Research on the Application of Tree Drawing Projection Tests in the Condition Assessment of Depression
By
Liu, Guorui
Li, Guanxiong
Wang, Jin
Liu, Tingyu
Zhang, Yanfei
April 28, 2026
Clinical Scorecard: Investigation of Tree Drawing Projection Tests for Evaluating Depression Severity
At a Glance
Category Detail
Condition Depression Key Mechanisms Tree drawing projection indices Target Population Patients with depression, patients in remission, and normal controls Care Setting Clinical assessment
Key Highlights
Significant differences in tree drawing indices among depression, remission, and control groups Quantitative analysis included canopy area, height, width, trunk area, and width No significant differences in trunk height, root dimensions, and ratios of certain indices Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Utilize tree drawing tests as a potential assessment tool for depression severity Management
Consider quantitative indices from tree drawings in evaluating treatment response Monitoring & Follow-up
Track changes in tree drawing indices to assess remission status Risks
No specific risks mentioned related to tree drawing tests Patient & Prescribing Data
118 patients with depression, 114 patients in remission, 118 normal controls
Differences in tree drawing indices may indicate varying severity of depression
Clinical Best Practices
Incorporate quantitative analysis of tree drawings in clinical evaluations of depression Use statistical methods to analyze tree drawing results for accurate assessment Related Resources & Content
