General Health Questionnaire (GHQ)

The GHQ is a self-report tool used to screen for general mental health disorders. It helps in identifying individuals who may need further evaluation and treatment.

Overview

The GHQ is used to screen for general mental health disorders.

TARGET POPULATION

Adults

NUMBER OF ITEMS

28

TIME TO COMPLETE

5-10

minutes

FORMAT

Self-report

Scoring and Interpretation

Scoring Method: Each item is scored on a 4-point scale, with higher scores indicating greater severity.

Interpretation: Higher total scores indicate greater severity of mental health disorders.

Psychometric Properties

Reliability: High internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha = 0.88)

Validity: Validated through numerous studies correlating GHQ scores with clinical assessments of mental health.

Clinical Usage

Administration Instructions: Self-administered.

Frequency: Used at initial assessment and periodically to monitor symptoms.

Use Cases: Used in clinical and research settings to assess and monitor general mental health.

Research and References
Goldberg, D. P., & Hillier, V. F. (1979). A scaled version of the General Health Questionnaire. Psychological Medicine, 9(1), 139-145.

Related Assessments

PHQ-9,

GAD-7

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General Health Questionnaire (GHQ) FAQS

What is the GHQ used for?

The GHQ is used to screen for general mental health disorders.

How is the GHQ scored?

Each item is scored on a 4-point scale, with higher scores indicating greater severity.

Who uses the GHQ?

It is typically self-administered by adults.

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