A score of 5 or more on the short form of the Geriatric Depression Scale indicates the respondent is likely experiencing depression. A score of 5 in this instance is known as what?

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A cutting score is a specific point on a scale that distinguishes between categories, such as "depressed" and "not depressed." In this context, a score of 5 or more on the Geriatric Depression Scale serves as a cutting score to indicate likely depression.

A Score of 5 or More on the Short Form