Young Mania Rating Scale (YMRS)

The YMRS is a clinician-administered tool used to assess the severity of manic symptoms. It helps in identifying and quantifying the severity of mania in individuals with bipolar disorder.

Overview

The YMRS is used to assess the severity of manic symptoms.

TARGET POPULATION

Adults

NUMBER OF ITEMS

11

TIME TO COMPLETE

15-30

minutes

FORMAT

Clinician-administered

Scoring and Interpretation

Scoring Method: Each item is scored on a 0-4 or 0-8 scale, with higher scores indicating greater severity.

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

Psychometric Properties

Reliability: High inter-rater reliability (Kappa = 0.85)

Validity: Validated through numerous studies correlating YMRS scores with clinical assessments of mania.

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 mania.

Research and References
Young, R. C., Biggs, J. T., Ziegler, V. E., & Meyer, D. A. (1978). A rating scale for mania: reliability, validity, and sensitivity. British Journal of Psychiatry, 133(5), 429-435.

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Young Mania Rating Scale (YMRS) FAQS

What is the YMRS used for?

The YMRS is used to assess the severity of manic symptoms.

How is the YMRS scored?

Each item is scored on a 0-4 or 0-8 scale, with higher scores indicating greater severity.

Who uses the YMRS?

It is typically administered by clinicians.

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