Combining the GP's assessment and the PHQ-9 questionnaire leads to more reliable and clinically relevant diagnoses in primary care.

Clara TeusenAlexander HapfelmeierVictoria von SchrottenbergFeyza GökceGabriele Pitschel-WalzPeter HenningsenJochen GensichenAntonius Schneidernull null

Published in: PloS one (2022)

The combination of PHQ-9 and GP rating might improve diagnostic decision making regarding depression in general practices. PHQ-9 positive results might be more reliable and accurate, when a concordant GP rating is considered.

Keyphrases

primary care
decision making
psychometric properties
healthcare
depressive symptoms
cross sectional
high resolution
sleep quality