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Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS)

Postpartum depression screening score.

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Last reviewed 2026-01-06|mental-health | perinatal | screening

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EPDS item 1: Able to laugh and see the funny side

EPDS item 2: Looked forward with enjoyment

EPDS item 3: Blamed myself unnecessarily

EPDS item 4: Anxious or worried for no good reason

EPDS item 5: Felt scared or panicky

EPDS item 6: Things getting on top of me

EPDS item 7: So unhappy that I had difficulty sleeping

EPDS item 8: Felt sad or miserable

EPDS item 9: So unhappy that I have been crying

EPDS item 10: Thoughts of harming myself

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