UCLA PTSD Reaction Index (UCLA PTSD RI)

The UCLA PTSD RI is a clinician-administered tool used to assess the severity of PTSD symptoms in children and adolescents. It helps in identifying and quantifying the impact of traumatic experiences on psychological functioning.

Overview

The UCLA PTSD RI is used to assess the severity of PTSD symptoms in children and adolescents.

TARGET POPULATION

Children and Adolescents

NUMBER OF ITEMS

48

TIME TO COMPLETE

20-30

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 PTSD symptoms.

Psychometric Properties

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

Validity: Validated through numerous studies correlating UCLA PTSD RI scores with clinical assessments of PTSD.

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 PTSD in children and adolescents.

Research and References
Steinberg, A. M., Brymer, M. J., Decker, K. B., & Pynoos, R. S. (2004). The UCLA PTSD Reaction Index. Current Psychiatry Reports, 6(2), 96-100.

Related Assessments

PCL-5,

CAPS-5

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UCLA PTSD Reaction Index (UCLA PTSD RI) FAQS

What is the UCLA PTSD RI used for?

The UCLA PTSD RI is used to assess the severity of PTSD symptoms in children and adolescents.

How is the UCLA PTSD RI scored?

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

Who uses the UCLA PTSD RI?

It is typically administered by clinicians.

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