Key result
The Greek version of the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale demonstrated high internal consistency (Cronbach's α 0.884) and strong concurrent validity with established depression and anxiety scales.
Why the study?
Is the Greek version of the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) a valid and reliable tool for assessing anxiety and depression in general hospital patients?
Population
521 participants
Comparison
Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale Greek… vs Beck Depression Inventory and the State-Trait…
Design
Cross-sectional
Authors
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May support Greek HADS screening in hospitals; extends validation to Greek speakers but leaves outcome impact open.
Cross-Sectional (n=521)
No
Is the Greek version of the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) a valid and reliable tool for assessing anxiety and depression in general hospital patients?
Effect estimate: Cronbach's α 0.884
The Greek version of the HADS is a valid and reliable tool for assessing anxiety and depression in general hospital patients.
Michopoulos et al. (2008) conducted a cross-sectional in Anxiety and Depression (n=521). Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) vs. Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) and State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) was evaluated on Internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha) (Cronbach's α 0.884). The Greek version of the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale demonstrated high internal consistency (Cronbach's α 0.884) and strong concurrent validity with established depression and anxiety scales.
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