Depression Self Rating Scale for Children

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• Peter Birleson

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The Depression Self Rating Scale for Children is a tool used to help identify signs of depression in kids. It describes how children can answer questions about their feelings and behaviors to see if they might be experiencing depression. The scale is easy for children to understand and complete on their own, making it useful for parents, teachers, or counselors who want to check on a child's mental health. By using this scale, adults can better support children who may need help with their emotions or mental well-being.

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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audiences: Behavioral Health Professionals; Nurses; Physicians; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stages: Response; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Child Behavior; Depression; Mental Health; Mental Health Services; Psychological Tests; Psychometrics; Self-Assessment

Institutions: University of Edinburgh

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