Multicenter cross-sectional study assesses the Snaith-Hamilton Pleasure Scale's validity in unipolar depression, implying it effectively measures anhedonia in Russian patients.
Key Points
This research validates the Snaith-Hamilton Pleasure Scale for measuring anhedonia in Russian patients with unipolar depression.
Results showed good internal consistency (Cronbach’s α=0.82); scores differed significantly between patients in various stages of depression.
The three-factor structure of SHAPS reflects sensory, social, and daily activity pleasure in patients with unipolar depression.
Optimal cut-off values were established to differentiate between depressive episodes, remission, and healthy individuals.