Montgomery Asberg Depression Scale Calculator

Measure symptom burden across ten standard clinical domains. See totals, severity ranges, and balance instantly. Use results to support review, monitoring, and discussion.

Assessment Result

Enter item scores below, then submit to view the total score, severity range, chart, and export options here.

Calculator Form

Observed despondency, gloom, or visible low mood.
Subjective sadness, low mood, or hopelessness.
Anxiety, panic, inner unrest, or emotional strain.
Lower sleep quantity or poorer sleep continuity.
Lower appetite or reduced interest in food.
Trouble focusing, thinking, or deciding.
Low energy, slowness, or difficulty getting started.
Reduced emotional response or diminished pleasure.
Self-reproach, guilt, or negative expectations.
Thoughts that life is not worth living.

Formula Used

The Montgomery Asberg Depression Rating Scale uses ten clinician-rated items. Each item is scored from 0 to 6.

Total Score = Sum of all 10 item scores

Possible Range = 0 to 60

Common interpretation ranges used in many clinical settings are:

  • 0 to 6: Normal or symptom-free range
  • 7 to 19: Mild depression range
  • 20 to 34: Moderate depression range
  • 35 to 60: Severe depression range

This calculator also highlights the highest scoring domain and flags elevated suicidal-thought ratings for extra attention during review.

How to Use This Calculator

  1. Enter the assessment date and optional patient details.
  2. Score each of the ten MADRS domains from 0 to 6.
  3. Click Calculate Score.
  4. Review the total score, severity range, and chart above the form.
  5. Use CSV or PDF export for documentation or discussion.
  6. Repeat the same structured interview over time for better trend comparison.

Example Data Table

Visit Date Total Score Severity Band Change From Baseline
Initial 2026-03-01 31 Moderate Baseline
Week 2 2026-03-15 24 Moderate -7
Week 4 2026-03-29 17 Mild -14

This example shows how repeated scoring can support follow-up review and symptom trend tracking.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does this calculator measure?

It totals the ten MADRS clinician-rated items to estimate depressive symptom severity. It helps structure review, compare follow-up scores, and document item-level burden clearly.

2. Who should use the MADRS?

It is mainly designed for trained clinicians, researchers, and supervised mental health settings. Consistent interviewing improves score quality and follow-up comparison.

3. Is this a diagnosis tool?

No. The result supports symptom measurement, not diagnosis by itself. Diagnosis requires full clinical evaluation, context, differential review, and professional judgment.

4. What score range is considered severe?

A total of 35 or above is commonly interpreted as severe depression range. Local protocols, treatment context, and clinician judgment still matter.

5. Why does the tool flag suicidal thoughts?

A higher score on the suicidal-thoughts item may need immediate clinical attention. The flag is a prompt for careful review, not a full risk assessment.

6. Can I track progress over time?

Yes. Repeating the same scale at follow-up visits can show symptom change, treatment response, and domains that remain more affected.

7. What do the CSV and PDF options export?

They export the entered details, total score, severity interpretation, risk flag, and item scores. That can help with records, case review, or reporting.

8. What should happen if someone may be in immediate danger?

Use urgent local emergency or crisis support right away and involve qualified professionals immediately. Do not rely on a scale result alone.

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