Child PTSD Symptom Scale for DSM-5

• 2013

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• Edna Foa; Anu Asnaani; Sandra Capaldi; Yinyin Zang; Rebecca Yeh

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The Child PTSD Symptom Scale for DSM-5 is a tool used to assess post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms in children and teens. It describes how the scale helps identify trauma-related issues by evaluating different symptoms like nightmares, flashbacks, and avoidance behaviors. The scale is based on the criteria from the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5). It provides a structured way for healthcare professionals to understand and support young people who have experienced traumatic events. The links offer more information about using this assessment tool effectively.

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Focus Areas: Everyday Emergency; Natural Disasters; Severe Weather; Trauma; Violence

Audiences: Behavioral Health Professionals; Physicians

Emergency Management Stages: Response; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Child; Child Behavior; Mental Health; Psychological Tests; Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic

Institutions: International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies; University of Pennsylvania

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