Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS)

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Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS)

Select the answer that best fits how you have felt over the past week.

1. Are you basically satisfied with your life?

Yes No

2. Have you given up many activities and interests?

Yes No

3. Do you feel that your life is empty?

Yes No

4. Do you often feel bored?

Yes No

5. Do you feel hopeful about the future?

Yes No

6. Are you bothered by thoughts that you can’t get out of your head?

Yes No

7. Do you feel full of energy most of the time?

Yes No

8. Are you afraid that something bad will happen to you?

Yes No

9. Do you feel happy most of the time?

Yes No

10. Do you often feel isolated and helpless?

Yes No

11. Do you often feel restless and agitated?

Yes No

12. Do you prefer staying at home rather than trying new things?

Yes No

13. Do you often worry about the future?

Yes No

14. Do you feel that your memory is worse than it used to be?

Yes No

15. Do you feel content with your life right now?

Yes No

16. Do you often feel heavy-hearted?

Yes No

17. Do you feel that living like this now is meaningless?

Yes No

18. Do you often worry about past events?

Yes No

19. Do you find life exciting?

Yes No

20. Is it difficult for you to start a new job?

Yes No

21. Do you feel that life is full of vitality?

Yes No

22. Do you feel that your situation is hopeless?

Yes No

23. Do you often feel that most people are much better than you?

Yes No

24. Do you often feel sad over small things?

Yes No

25. Do you often feel like crying?

Yes No

26. Do you have difficulty concentrating?

Yes No

27. Do you wake up feeling lively in the morning?

Yes No

28. Do you want to avoid gatherings?

Yes No

29. Is it easy for you to make decisions?

Yes No

30. Is your mind as clear as usual?

Yes No

Score:

Result:

Result Interpretation

The GDS is specifically used for screening depression in the elderly. The scale includes 30 items, each answered with either yes or no, scoring 0 or 1 point. Total score: 0-10 points is normal, 11-20 points indicates mild depression; 21-30 points indicates moderate to severe depression.

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