Panic Disorder Severity Scale (PDSS)

The PDSS is a clinician-administered tool used to measure the severity of panic disorder symptoms. It helps in identifying and quantifying the severity of panic disorder in individuals.

Overview

The PDSS is used to assess the severity of panic disorder symptoms.

TARGET POPULATION

Adults

NUMBER OF ITEMS

7

TIME TO COMPLETE

10-15

minutes

FORMAT

Clinician-administered

Scoring and Interpretation

Scoring Method: Each item is scored on a 0-4 scale, with higher scores indicating greater severity.

Interpretation: Higher total scores indicate greater severity of panic disorder symptoms.

Psychometric Properties

Reliability: High inter-rater reliability (Kappa = 0.84)

Validity: Validated through numerous studies correlating PDSS scores with clinical assessments of panic disorder.

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 panic disorder.

Research and References
Shear, M. K., Rucci, P., Williams, J., et al. (2001). Reliability and validity of the Panic Disorder Severity Scale: replication and extension. Journal of Psychiatric Research, 35(5), 293-296.

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Panic Disorder Severity Scale (PDSS) FAQS

What is the PDSS used for?

The PDSS is used to assess the severity of panic disorder symptoms.

How is the PDSS scored?

Each item is scored on a 0-4 scale, with higher scores indicating greater severity.

Who uses the PDSS?

It is typically administered by clinicians.

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