HAMD Hamilton Depression Rating Scale
The HAMD is the gold standard for clinical depression assessment, used in clinical trials and treatment monitoring.
Assess depression severity to understand your depression level.
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About the HAMD
The Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HAMD-17) was developed by Max Hamilton in 1960 and is the gold standard for clinical depression assessment.
The HAMD is widely used in clinical trials and treatment monitoring as a standard tool for evaluating antidepressant efficacy.
Symptoms Assessed
- Depressed mood
- Feelings of guilt
- Suicidal ideation
- Sleep disturbances
- Work and interest impairment
- Retardation and agitation
- Anxiety symptoms
- Somatic symptoms
- Weight changes
- Insight
Applications
- Antidepressant clinical trials
- Treatment outcome monitoring
- Depressive disorder diagnosis
- Depression research
Crisis Resources
If you are in crisis or having thoughts of self-harm, please call: US 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), China 400-161-9995, or contact your local emergency services immediately.
References
- Hamilton, M. (1960). A rating scale for depression. Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Psychiatry, 23, 56-62.
- Hamilton, M. (1967). Development of a rating scale for primary depressive illness. British Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, 6(4), 278-296.
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