About Us
Navigating mental health requires clarity. We were founded on a simple principle: to make the clinically-trusted MADRS scale accessible, understandable, and empowering for everyone.
The Genesis of Clarity: The MADRS.net Story
MADRS.net was born from the recognition that a crucial clinical tool, the Montgomery-Åsberg Depression Rating Scale, could be made more accessible. We set out to create a bridge between this gold-standard assessment and the professionals, researchers, and individuals who need it, enhancing it with unique AI-driven insights while upholding the strictest standards of privacy.
Early 2024 — The Spark of an Idea
We saw a need to make the gold-standard MADRS scale more accessible for both clinical and personal use, sparking the vision for a secure, user-friendly digital platform.
June 2025 — Official Launch
MADRS.net goes live, focusing on a streamlined, clear user experience that respects user privacy and delivers instant, reliable MADRS scoring.
September 2025 — Introducing AI-Powered Insights
We launch our unique optional AI report, designed to deepen understanding by translating a score into personalized, actionable insights—always positioned as a supportive tool, not a diagnosis.
A Look to 2026
Our future focus is on enhancing personalization, expanding our language support, and continually improving accessibility to empower more users worldwide on their mental health journey.
We saw a need to make the gold-standard MADRS scale more accessible for both clinical and personal use, sparking the vision for a secure, user-friendly digital platform.
MADRS.net goes live, focusing on a streamlined, clear user experience that respects user privacy and delivers instant, reliable MADRS scoring.
We launch our unique optional AI report, designed to deepen understanding by translating a score into personalized, actionable insights—always positioned as a supportive tool, not a diagnosis.
Our future focus is on enhancing personalization, expanding our language support, and continually improving accessibility to empower more users worldwide on their mental health journey.
Our Core Mission: Democratizing Clinical Insight
We are dedicated to providing a precise, reliable, and user-friendly digital version of the MADRS scale. For clinicians and researchers, we offer an efficient tool for monitoring and data collection. For individuals, we provide a confidential way to understand and track mood, turning standardized scores into meaningful, personal insights.
Our Vision: A Compass for the Journey Within
We envision a future where understanding one's mental state is not a daunting task, but a guided process. MADRS.net aims to be a trusted compass in this journey, offering clear, data-informed reference points that empower users and their care providers to navigate the path toward well-being with greater confidence.
The Pillars of Our Platform
Our work is built on three fundamental pillars. We lead with empathy, ensuring our platform is supportive and easy to navigate. We are grounded in scientific evidence, strictly adhering to the MADRS clinical standard. And we are uncompromising on user privacy, because trust is the bedrock of everything we do.
A Tool for Insight, Not a Diagnosis
We want to be clear: this platform is an informational tool for insight and self-monitoring. It is not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis. Your results are best used as a starting point for a conversation with a qualified healthcare provider.
Privacy by Design: Our Data Pledge
Your data belongs to you. We built privacy into our core from day one. Your assessments are anonymous, and we will never sell or share your identifiable information with third parties. That is our unwavering commitment.
Built on a Foundation of Evidence
Our assessment is not arbitrary. It is a careful implementation of the Montgomery-Åsberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS), a well-researched and globally validated instrument used in clinical settings. This ensures the insights you receive are meaningful and reliable.
Our Unwavering Commitment to You
The journey of self-awareness is deeply personal. We pledge to be a trustworthy, empathetic, and scientifically-grounded partner at every step.
Grounded in Clinical Science
Our tool is a faithful digital implementation of the Montgomery-Åsberg Depression Rating Scale, a 'gold standard' in clinical practice. We ensure every question and scoring metric aligns with established psychiatric standards, providing results you can trust as a valid reference point.
Designed for Human Experience
We believe technology should reduce stress, not add to it. Our interface is clean, the language is clear, and the entire process is designed to be a calm, supportive experience. We respect the courage it takes to seek understanding and have built our platform to honor that.
Your Privacy, Our Priority
Your trust is paramount. All assessments are anonymous, and we do not require personal accounts to get a score. We encrypt data in transit and at rest, and we will never sell or share your information. Your journey is yours alone.
Voices from Our Community
Dr. A. Chen, Psychiatrist
MADRS.net has become my go-to for quick, standardized patient monitoring between sessions. The instant scoring saves valuable time, and the AI report offers a fantastic starting point for discussion.
J.P., Individual User
Using this tool helped me put a number to what I was feeling. Seeing the score change over a few weeks gave me a concrete way to talk to my therapist about what was working and what wasn't. It felt empowering.
M. Lee, Clinical Researcher
For our research, having a reliable, multi-language MADRS tool is invaluable. The platform's adherence to the original scale ensures data integrity across diverse participant groups.
Now, it's your turn toExplore
We've shared our story. Now, we invite you to begin your own journey of discovery—with clarity, care, and the confidence that comes from a trusted tool.
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