Revised Children’s Manifest Anxiety Scale (RCMAS)

The RCMAS is a self-report tool used to assess the level and nature of anxiety in children and adolescents. It helps in identifying and quantifying the severity of anxiety symptoms in younger populations.

Overview

The RCMAS is used to assess the level and nature of anxiety in children and adolescents.

TARGET POPULATION

Children and Adolescents

NUMBER OF ITEMS

37

TIME TO COMPLETE

10-15

minutes

FORMAT

Self-report

Scoring and Interpretation

Scoring Method: Each item is scored yes or no, 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 = 0.85)

Validity: Validated through numerous studies correlating RCMAS 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
Reynolds, C. R., & Richmond, B. O. (1978). What I think and feel: A revised measure of children’s manifest anxiety. Journal of Abnormal Child Psychology, 6(2), 271-280.

Related Assessments

SCARED,

MASC

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Revised Children’s Manifest Anxiety Scale (RCMAS) FAQS

What is the RCMAS used for?

The RCMAS is used to assess the level and nature of anxiety in children and adolescents.

How is the RCMAS scored?

Each item is scored yes or no, with higher scores indicating greater severity.

Who uses the RCMAS?

It is typically self-administered by children and adolescents.

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