Symptom Checklist-90 (SCL-90)

The SCL-90 is a self-report tool used to assess a broad range of psychological problems and symptoms of psychopathology. It helps in identifying and quantifying the severity of various psychological symptoms.

Overview

The SCL-90 is used to assess a broad range of psychological problems and symptoms of psychopathology.

TARGET POPULATION

Adults

NUMBER OF ITEMS

TIME TO COMPLETE

12-15

minutes

FORMAT

Self-report

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 psychological symptoms.

Psychometric Properties

Reliability: High internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha = 0.97)

Validity: Validated through numerous studies correlating SCL-90 scores with clinical assessments of psychopathology.

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 psychological symptoms.

Research and References
Derogatis, L. R., Lipman, R. S., & Covi, L. (1973). SCL-90: An outpatient psychiatric rating scale–preliminary report. Psychopharmacology Bulletin, 9(1), 13-28.

Related Assessments

BSI,

DASS

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Symptom Checklist-90 (SCL-90) FAQS

What is the SCL-90 used for?

The SCL-90 is used to assess a broad range of psychological problems and symptoms of psychopathology.

How is the SCL-90 scored?

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

Who uses the SCL-90?

It is typically self-administered by adults.

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