Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale Form
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The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) Form is a widely validated 10-item self-report questionnaire designed to screen for postnatal depression in women during the postpartum period. Unlike general depression scales, the EPDS was specifically developed to exclude somatic symptoms common in the normal postpartum experience, such as fatigue and sleep disruption, focusing instead on the cognitive and emotional aspects of depression including anxiety, anhedonia, self-blame, and suicidal ideation.
Each item is scored on a four-point scale based on how the mother has felt during the past seven days. The form includes a total score calculation with established clinical thresholds that guide provider decision-making. A score of 10 or above indicates possible depression warranting further clinical assessment, while the presence of any positive response on the self-harm question triggers an immediate safety flag for urgent follow-up.
Recommended by ACOG and the AAP for universal perinatal mood screening, this form is essential for OB/GYN practices, midwifery clinics, pediatric offices (during newborn visits), postpartum home visit programs, and maternal mental health services. Early detection through EPDS screening enables timely treatment that benefits both maternal well-being and infant bonding and development.
What's included
- Complete 10-item EPDS standardized questionnaire
- Four-point response scale for each screening item
- Total score calculation with clinical threshold guidance
- Self-harm question with immediate safety flag protocol
- Baby's birth date and postpartum timing documentation
- Provider assessment and referral recommendation section
Who uses this template
- Postpartum depression screening at OB/GYN follow-up visits
- Perinatal mood assessment during pediatric newborn visits
- Maternal mental health screening in midwifery practices
- Home visit postpartum wellness evaluation programs
All form fields
12 fields across 1 page. Customize any field after signing up.
How to use the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale Form
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Setup steps
- 1Choose the template. Find the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale Form in the template library and click “Use this template” to add it to your account.
- 2Customize fields. Add, remove, or reorder any of the 12 fields. Set fields as required or optional based on your practice needs.
- 3Brand it. Upload your logo, pick your colors, and add a custom welcome message so patients see your practice identity.
- 4Share with patients. Send the form via SMS, email, or embed it on your website. Patients complete it on any device before their visit.
- 5Review submissions. Responses appear in your dashboard in real time. Patient records are created automatically from the data collected.
Frequently asked questions
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Can I customize the fields in this template?
Absolutely. You can add, remove, reorder, or modify any of the 12 fields. You can also add conditional logic, new pages, file uploads, e-signatures, and payment fields.
How do patients fill out this form?
Patients receive a link via SMS, email, or QR code. They complete the form on their phone, tablet, or computer before their appointment. No app download required.
Can I send this form automatically before appointments?
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Does this template work on mobile devices?
Yes. The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale Form is fully responsive and works on any device. Most patients complete intake forms on their phone, so every template is optimized for mobile-first use.
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