Assessment Tool: GDS-15

Use this as a structured depression screening aid for older adults. Score interpretation should always be paired with clinical judgment.

Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS-15)

This screening tool is for older adults and is not a diagnosis. A higher score suggests the need for further clinical evaluation.

1. Are you basically satisfied with your life?

Yes No

2. Have you dropped many of your activities and interests?

Yes No

3. Do you feel that your life is empty?

Yes No

4. Do you often get bored?

Yes No

5. Are you in good spirits most of the time?

Yes No

6. Are you afraid that something bad is going to happen to you?

Yes No

7. Do you feel happy most of the time?

Yes No

8. Do you often feel helpless?

Yes No

9. Do you prefer to stay at home, rather than going out and doing new things?

Yes No

10. Do you feel you have more problems with memory than most?

Yes No

11. Do you think it is wonderful to be alive now?

Yes No

12. Do you feel pretty worthless the way you are now?

Yes No

13. Do you feel full of energy?

Yes No

14. Do you feel that your situation is hopeless?

Yes No

15. Do you think that most people are better off than you are?

Yes No

Result

Score: 0/15

Interpretation:

Clinical follow-up should include fuller mood assessment, functional impact, and safety review.

If there are concerns about self-harm or immediate safety, use urgent local emergency resources and clinician escalation pathways now.

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