Depresión
CES-D Depression Scale
A 20-item screen for depressive symptoms over the past week.
Sobre este test
The CES-D (Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale) is a widely used, free check for depression symptoms. It asks how you have felt in the past week. Four positive items are flipped when scoring.
Qué significa tu puntuación
| Puntuación | Interpretación |
|---|---|
| 0–15 | Below clinical concern |
| 16–23 | Possible depression |
| 24–60 | Probable depression |
About this questionnaire
The CES-D is a freely available screening questionnaire. We present it exactly as published and add a plain-language explanation of your result.
It is for education and self-reflection, not a diagnosis — a score is a snapshot, not a label. If your result worries you, talk to a qualified professional. See how we choose and check our tests and our editorial standards.
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Preguntas frecuentes
Is the CES-D free to use?
Yes. The CES-D is in the public domain and free to use for screening, research and education.
What score indicates depression?
A total of 16 or higher is the common cutoff suggesting possible depression. It is a screening result, not a diagnosis.
Can the CES-D diagnose depression?
No. It screens for symptom levels. A formal diagnosis requires a qualified clinician.
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Fuente: Radloff (1977). Public domain.