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The Gotland Male Depression Scale, a validated screening tool designed specifically to detect depression in men. Anonymous. Free. Takes 3 minutes.
Depression in men looks different. Standard screening tools often miss it.
Standard depression screening tools are general-population instruments that research has found to be less attuned to how depression often presents in men. Paternal postnatal depression frequently looks like irritability, anger, withdrawal, risk-taking, and emotional shutdown, not sadness.
The Gotland Male Depression Scale was specifically developed to capture this male presentation. It is referenced in NHS perinatal mental health training and used here as the clinical foundation for this assessment.
This assessment is not a clinical diagnosis. It is a starting point – a way to put language around what you or the person you love may be experiencing, and a guide to the next step.
Questions. Takes 3 minutes.
No data stored unless you choose to share your email.
No purchase required. No account needed.
Ready to take the assessment?
Answer 13 questions honestly. You will receive a score and a clear explanation of what it means. Your results will suggest the most relevant next step for your situation.
This assessment is based on the Gotland Male Depression Scale and is provided for informational and reflective purposes only. It is not a clinical diagnosis and does not constitute medical advice. If you are concerned about your mental health or that of someone you love, please contact your GP.
If you are in crisis: Samaritans 116 123 (free, 24/7) | CALM 0800 58 58 58 | NHS 111 | Emergency services 999