A study of nearly 32,000 U.S. adults validates that the PHQ-8 depression screening works accurately for people with chronic pain, debunking concerns it inflates scores.
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Study validates accuracy of depression screening for people with chronic pain
32,000 adults Study participants
2019 NHIS Data source
1 In 5 Chronic pain with depression
Over 50% Depression with chronic pain
50%+ depression comorbidity