| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6789261 | Comprehensive Psychiatry | 2016 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
The Amharic language version of the PHQ-2 had good sensitivity and fair specificity for detecting MDD compared against a psychiatrist administered SCAN diagnosis. This study provides evidence for the PHQ-2 as a reliable and valid ultra-brief screening tool for initial identification of MDD.
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Authors
Bizu Gelaye, Ijala Wilson, Hanna Y. Berhane, Negussie Deyessa, Yonas Bahretibeb, Dawit Wondimagegn, Teshome Shibre Kelkile, Yemane Berhane, Jesse R. Fann, Michelle A. Williams,