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APS

Adolescent Psychopathology Scale

William M. Reynolds, PhD

Purpose:
Evaluates the presence and severity of symptoms of psychological disorders and distress
Format:
Paper and pencil, Online administration and scoring via PARiConnect, E-Manual
Age range:
12 years to 19 years
Time:
45–60 minutes
Qualification level:
C
C
All qualifications for Level B plus an advanced professional degree that provides appropriate training in the administration and interpretation of psychological tests, or license or certification from an agency that requires appropriate training and experience in the ethical and competent use of psychological tests. Close

Assess for Substance Abuse, Suicidal Behavior, Emotional Lability, Anger, Aggression, Alienation, and Introversion

 

The APS empirically assesses the severity of symptoms associated with specific DSM-IV clinical and personality disorders. A short form, ideal for screening, is also available.

Features and benefits

  • A multidimensional self-report instrument.
  • Also assesses other psychological problems and behaviors that may interfere with an adolescent’s psychological adaptation and personal competence, including substance abuse, suicidal behavior, emotional lability, excessive anger, aggression, alienation, and introversion.
  • APS scores represent the severity of disorder-specific symptomatology evaluated across different time periods. This close match between APS item content and DSM-IV criteria enhances clinical utility and facilitates ease of interpretation.