PCL-5
PTSD Test
A validated screening tool for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Rate how much you have been bothered by each problem in the past month.
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About the PCL-5
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What it checks
The PTSD Checklist for DSM-5 (PCL-5) is a 20-item self-report measure developed by the National Center for PTSD. It assesses the 20 DSM-5 symptoms of PTSD and is used widely in clinical settings and research for screening, diagnosis, and monitoring treatment progress.
The PCL-5 can be used for any traumatic event. A score of 31–33 is the suggested cutoff for probable PTSD, though clinical judgment is always necessary for diagnosis.
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Weathers FW, Litz BT, Keane TM, Palmieri PA, Marx BP, Schnurr PP. The PTSD Checklist for DSM-5 (PCL-5). National Center for PTSD. 2013.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the PCL-5?
The PCL-5 (PTSD Checklist for DSM-5) is a 20-item self-report measure developed by the National Center for PTSD. It assesses all 20 DSM-5 PTSD symptoms.
What score indicates PTSD?
A score of 31–33 is the suggested cutoff for probable PTSD. However, only a clinical evaluation can provide a diagnosis.
Do I need to specify which trauma?
The PCL-5 asks about symptoms related to any stressful experience. You can answer based on a single event or multiple events.
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