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Low mood after birth — 'just emotional' or depression? EPDS helps tell

The EPDS is the world's most used perinatal depression screen — 10 items about how you've felt over the past 7 days, total 0-30. Common cut-offs: ≥9 warrants attention, ≥13 suggests a higher likelihood of depression. Postnatal/antenatal depression is very common and treatable — not a weakness, but something that deserves to be seen and supported. Free; scored locally. It is a screen, not a diagnosis; if you have thoughts of harming yourself, seek help right away.

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For pregnant and postpartum women; answer based on how you have actually felt in the past 7 days

Common questions

What EPDS score should I act on?
Total 0-30; generally ≥9 warrants attention and ≥13 suggests a higher likelihood of depression — see a provider. At any score, if item 10 (thoughts of self-harm) is anything other than 'never', seek professional help right away.
Does a high score mean I have postnatal depression?
Not necessarily. EPDS is a screen; a high score means it is more likely and warrants assessment, which a mental-health professional confirms. But don't dismiss it — earlier is better.
Can I take it more than once?
Yes. Mood changes; re-testing at different points in pregnancy and postpartum to see the trend helps you and your provider.

Take a few minutes to really check in with your mood

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This tool is for self-screening reference only. It does not constitute a diagnosis and does not replace an in-person assessment by a doctor. If you have concerns, seek care promptly.

Source: Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS)

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