Below is a list of resources and links that you may find useful during a patient consultation or initial assessment.
Standard tools
- PHQ-9: Patient Health Questionnaire: Use the PHQ-9 to help identify and monitor symptoms of depression. Access the official PHQ-9 questionnaire (PDF)
- GAD-7: Generalised Anxiety Disorder Assessment: The GAD-7 is a widely used tool to assess and track symptoms of anxiety. Access the official GAD-7 questionnaire (PDF)
- 6CIT: Six-item Cognitive Impairment Test: A quick screening tool for identifying cognitive impairment in older adults. Access the official 6CIT (PDF)
Choice and medication
Visit the Choice and Medication website for Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust for trusted information about psychiatric medications. You’ll find easy-to-read explanations of mental health conditions, treatment options, and downloadable leaflets for patients and carers.
You can also visit the West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership website for practical information about managing medication in community settings. The page includes links to guidance, safety tips, and resources for both professionals and people supporting others with their medicines.
NHS.uk
NHS Conditions: For comprehensive information on various health conditions, symptoms, and treatments. Visit www.nhs.uk/conditions
NHS Mental Health: For resources and support for mental health issues, including self-help guides and services. Visit www.nhs.uk/mental-health
Lester Tool
The Lester Tool is a summary poster to guide health workers to assess the cardiometabolic health of people experiencing psychosis and schizophrenia, enabling staff to deliver safe and effective care to improve the physical health of people with severe mental illness.
Royal College of General Practitioners Mental Health Toolkit
The Mental Health Toolkit provides resources for healthcare professionals to support the diagnosis and treatment of mental health problems. The toolkit provides trigger questions, diagnostic tools, and current guidance for healthcare professionals supporting those with mental ill health.
Leeds pathways and screening tools
Leeds autism diagnostic service (LADS)
Leeds perinatal pathway and guide for professionals
Eating disorders screening tool
Professional resources
Leeds Mental Health Strategy 2020-25
Coronavirus resources for professionals
Promoting perinatal wellbeing for women, partners and families