Each answer scores 0–3. Total maps to a severity band which auto-suggests a consultant.
Question set
Q1Little interest or pleasure in doing things?
Q2Feeling down, depressed or hopeless?
Q3Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much?
Q4Thoughts of self-harm or being better off gone?
Scoring bands → consultant
0–3 MinimalCounsellor (community)
4–6 MildPsychologist
7–9 ModeratePsychiatrist
Q4 flaggedUrgent psychiatrist
Any self-harm response triggers an urgent referral, regardless of total score.