Montgomery-Asberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS)

The MADRS is a clinician-administered tool used to measure the severity of depressive symptoms. It helps in identifying and quantifying the severity of depression in individuals.

Overview

The MADRS is used to assess the severity of depressive symptoms.

TARGET POPULATION

Adults

NUMBER OF ITEMS

10

TIME TO COMPLETE

15-20

minutes

FORMAT

Clinician-administered

Scoring and Interpretation

Scoring Method: Each item is scored on a 0-6 scale, with higher scores indicating greater severity.

Interpretation: Higher total scores indicate greater severity of depressive symptoms.

Psychometric Properties

Reliability: High inter-rater reliability (Kappa = 0.85)

Validity: Validated through numerous studies correlating MADRS scores with clinical assessments of depression.

Clinical Usage

Administration Instructions: Administered by a clinician.

Frequency: Used at initial assessment and periodically to monitor symptoms.

Use Cases: Used in clinical and research settings to assess and monitor depression.

Research and References
Montgomery, S. A., & Asberg, M. (1979). A new depression scale designed to be sensitive to change. British Journal of Psychiatry, 134(4), 382-389.

Related Assessments

HAM-D,

BDI

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Montgomery-Asberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS) FAQS

What is the MADRS used for?

The MADRS is used to assess the severity of depressive symptoms.

How is the MADRS scored?

Each item is scored on a 0-6 scale, with higher scores indicating greater severity.

Who uses the MADRS?

It is typically administered by clinicians.

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