Functioning, disability and quality of life
Sheehan Disability Scale (SDS)
Sheehan Disability Scale (SDS) — administration and scoring reference.
Reference information · Official-form reference
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- 2026-10-26
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| Field | Instrument context |
|---|---|
| Version | Sheehan Disability Scale; authorized adult form |
| Respondent | Self-report |
| Purpose | Sheehan Disability Scale (SDS) — administration and scoring reference. |
Administration
Use the authorized form to assess work/school, social and home disruption over its specified interval.
Scoring method
Work/school, social and family/home impairment ratings; disability total and additional days separate.
Interpretation & limitations
- Report the functional domains and keep days lost/underproductive separate from impairment ratings.
- Interpret the findings alongside the clinical interview, functioning, history and relevant physical assessment.
- The copyright holder requires a license. This SDS is unrelated to the Severity of Dependence Scale and does not provide disability certification.
- Use the original instrument and manual for item wording, rating anchors, missing-data rules and any normative conversions. This reference does not establish a diagnosis or select treatment.