Kroenke et al. (2009) PHQ-8 as a Measure of Current Depression (Edexcel A-Level Psychology): Quizzes
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How many participants were involved in the Kroenke et al. PHQ-8 study?
How many participants were involved in the Kroenke et al. PHQ-8 study?
198,678
What was the compliance rate amongst those approached for the BRFSS survey?
What was the compliance rate amongst those approached for the BRFSS survey?
74.5%
What percentage of the sample had received a depression diagnosis prior to the survey?
What percentage of the sample had received a depression diagnosis prior to the survey?
18%
What is the total possible score range for the PHQ-8?
What is the total possible score range for the PHQ-8?
0 to 24
What PHQ-8 score indicates clinically significant moderate depression?
What PHQ-8 score indicates clinically significant moderate depression?
10 or above
What timeframe does the PHQ-8 ask participants about their symptoms?
What timeframe does the PHQ-8 ask participants about their symptoms?
Last 14 days
Which item does the PHQ-8 exclude compared to the PHQ-9?
Which item does the PHQ-8 exclude compared to the PHQ-9?
Suicidal thoughts & self-injury
How did the PHQ-8 perform compared to standard diagnostic procedures?
How did the PHQ-8 perform compared to standard diagnostic procedures?
Comparable performance
What is a key strength of using the PHQ-8 in large-scale research?
What is a key strength of using the PHQ-8 in large-scale research?
Resource efficiency & ease of admin.
What is a key limitation of the PHQ-8's 14-day timeframe?
What is a key limitation of the PHQ-8's 14-day timeframe?
May capture temporary mood fluctuations