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- Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Geriatric Depression Scale in the editor.
- Begin by reading each question carefully. Circle 'yes' or 'no' based on how you felt over the past week.
- Continue through all 15 questions, ensuring you answer honestly to reflect your feelings accurately.
- Once completed, review your answers for accuracy. This will help in assessing your mental well-being effectively.
- To calculate your score, count one point for each 'no' response that indicates potential depression symptoms. A total score of 5 or more suggests depression.
- Save your completed form and consider sharing it with a healthcare professional for further evaluation.
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