Columbia Depression Scale (DISC) Test

Understand teen suicide risk and warning signs in about 9 minutes. Three tailored versions for teens, parents, and teachers support fast, reliable screening and timely referral.

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12/46

Suicidal Behavior Risk Level (SBRL)

Assesses the level of suicide risk based on the presence and severity of suicidal thoughts and related indicators.

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High

0 – 14: Low | 15 – 19: Moderate | 20 – 46: High

A score of 12 falls in the Low range, suggesting fewer or less severe indicators of suicide risk on this screening scale.

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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

Concerned parents or caregivers

41%OF USERS

They use the parent version to check warning signs when a teen seems withdrawn, unusually sad, or talking about death.

Teachers and school staff

34%OF USERS

They use the educator version to screen students showing sudden behavior changes, bullying stress, or self-harm concerns and guide next steps.

Teens seeking clarity

25%OF USERS

Adolescents take the teen version to describe suicidal thoughts or feelings and understand whether they should ask for help right away.

BASED ON AGGREGATED, ANONYMIZED DATA FROM TENS OF THOUSANDS OF FREUDLY USERS.

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Level of Suicide Risk (LoSR)

Average

31.5

Normal range

23.4 — 39.6

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CLEAR ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this questionnaire measure?

It screens for suicidal thoughts and related behaviors in adolescents. It also estimates the current level of risk to guide follow-up.

Who should complete the available forms?

Separate forms are available for adolescents ages 11 and older, for parents or caregivers, and for educators. Each form uses language and examples appropriate to the respondent.

How long does it take and how many items are included?

Completion time is about 9 minutes. The questionnaire includes 46 items.

How should responses be selected?

Select the option that best reflects the most accurate and recent information. If an item does not apply, choose the response that indicates it is not present.

What should occur if responses indicate current risk?

Results indicating current risk require prompt review by a qualified professional. Immediate safety procedures should be followed when there is concern about imminent harm.

WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

About This Assessment

Columbia Depression Scale (DISC) Test - Symptoms and Signs

depression suicidal risk

This measure is designed to support structured screening of depressive symptoms and related suicide risk indicators in adolescents. The Columbia Depression Scale (DISC) is intended for use with youth and can incorporate parallel perspectives when administered in different respondent formats.

The scale includes 46 items and typically takes about 9 minutes to complete. It may be used in clinical, school, or community settings to help identify individuals who may need further assessment, monitoring, or referral based on endorsed symptom severity and risk-related responses.

The Columbia Depression Scale (DISC) is attributed to Maria Kovacs. Interpretation should consider the assessment context, respondent type, and the need for follow-up evaluation when responses suggest elevated risk.

Author: aaron-t-beck, Maria Kovacs

Literature: Joiner, T. Why people die by suicide. Harvard University Press. 2005.

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