PCL-5 Test: PTSD Checklist (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)

PCL-5

PCL-5 is a 20-item screening questionnaire for assessing the severity of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms according to DSM-5 criteria.

Questions20
Time~8 min

This test is for screening and educational purposes only. It is not a medical or psychological diagnosis. The results may help you decide whether it is worth consulting a specialist. If you have any doubts, contact a psychologist or psychiatrist.

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