Global Assessment Scale (G-SAS)

The G-SAS is a clinician-administered tool used to assess the overall functioning of individuals with various psychiatric disorders. It helps in identifying and quantifying the severity of impairment in functioning.

Overview

The G-SAS is used to assess the overall functioning of individuals with psychiatric disorders.

TARGET POPULATION

Adults

NUMBER OF ITEMS

TIME TO COMPLETE

5-10

minutes

FORMAT

Clinician-administered

Scoring and Interpretation

Scoring Method: Each item is scored on a 0-100 scale, with higher scores indicating better functioning.

Interpretation: Higher total scores indicate better overall functioning.

Psychometric Properties

Reliability: High inter-rater reliability (Kappa = 0.80)

Validity: Validated through numerous studies correlating G-SAS scores with clinical assessments of functioning.

Clinical Usage

Administration Instructions: Administered by a clinician.

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

Use Cases: Used in clinical and research settings to assess and monitor overall functioning.

Research and References
Endicott, J., Spitzer, R. L., Fleiss, J. L., & Cohen, J. (1976). The Global Assessment Scale: A procedure for measuring overall severity of psychiatric disturbance. Archives of General Psychiatry, 33(6), 766-771.

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Global Assessment Scale (G-SAS) FAQS

What is the G-SAS used for?

The G-SAS is used to assess the overall functioning of individuals with psychiatric disorders.

How is the G-SAS scored?

Each item is scored on a 0-100 scale, with higher scores indicating better functioning.

Who uses the G-SAS?

It is typically administered by clinicians.