Clinically Useful Depression Outcome Scale (CUDOS)

The Clinically Useful Depression Outcome Scale (CUDOS) was designed to be brief, can usually be completed within 3 minutes, and can typically be scored within 15 seconds. However, it is important to note that the time to accomplish CUDOS varies depending on several factors, including the individual’s reading ability and comprehension.

The Clinically Useful Depression Outcome Scale (CUDOS) is easy to interpret. It uses a score range with corresponding depression severity. A score ranging from 0–10 indicates “non-depressed,” 11–20 indicates “minimal depression,” 21–30 indicates “mild depression,” 31–45 indicates “moderate depression,” and a score of 46 and above score means severe depression.

The Clinically Useful Depression Outcome Scale (CUDOS) is used by psychologists, counselors, therapists, physicians, researchers, and other relevant professionals. The administration of CUDOS required training and familiarity. However, although it is a professional tool, patients can also use this for self-monitoring.