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Edinburgh (Medicine)

Edinburgh (pronunciation: /ˈɛdɪnbərə/ or /ˈɛdɪnbrə/) is a term used in the medical field, particularly in relation to the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) and the Edinburgh Handedness Inventory (EHI).

Etymology

The term derives its name from the city of Edinburgh in Scotland, where the University of Edinburgh, the institution responsible for the development of these medical tools, is located.

Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale

The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) is a set of 10 screening questions that can indicate whether a parent has symptoms that are common in women with postpartum depression. It was developed at health centres in Livingston and Edinburgh and has been widely used in the United Kingdom since its development in 1987.

Edinburgh Handedness Inventory

The Edinburgh Handedness Inventory (EHI) is a measurement scale used to assess the dominance of a person's right or left hand in everyday activities, otherwise known as their 'handedness'. It was developed by R.C Oldfield in the Neuropsychology Unit of the University of Edinburgh and has been widely used since its publication in 1971.

Related Terms

  • Postpartum Depression: A type of mood disorder associated with childbirth, which can affect both sexes.
  • Handedness: The tendency to use one hand more naturally than the other for tasks.
  • Neuropsychology: The study of the structure and function of the brain as they relate to specific psychological processes and behaviours.

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