Multidimensional Anxiety Scale for Children (MASC)

The MASC is a self-report tool used to assess anxiety symptoms in children and adolescents. It helps in identifying and quantifying the severity of anxiety across multiple dimensions.

Overview

The MASC is used to assess anxiety symptoms in children and adolescents.

TARGET POPULATION

Children and Adolescents

NUMBER OF ITEMS

39

TIME TO COMPLETE

15-20

minutes

FORMAT

Self-report

Scoring and Interpretation

Scoring Method: Each item is scored on a 0-3 scale, with higher scores indicating greater severity.

Interpretation: Higher total scores indicate greater severity of anxiety symptoms.

Psychometric Properties

Reliability: High internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha = 0.90)

Validity: Validated through numerous studies correlating MASC scores with clinical assessments of anxiety.

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 anxiety in children and adolescents.

Research and References
March, J. S., Parker, J. D. A., Sullivan, K., Stallings, P., & Conners, C. K. (1997). The Multidimensional Anxiety Scale for Children (MASC): Factor structure, reliability, and validity. Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, 36(4), 554-565.

Related Assessments

SCARED,

RCADS

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Multidimensional Anxiety Scale for Children (MASC) FAQS

What is the MASC used for?

The MASC is used to assess anxiety symptoms in children and adolescents.

How is the MASC scored?

Each item is scored on a 0-3 scale, with higher scores indicating greater severity.

Who uses the MASC?

It is typically self-administered by children and adolescents.

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