PCL-5 PTSD Screening Checklist
Asks about date of screening, repeated disturbing memories, and repeated disturbing dreams. Built for behavioral health clinics screening for PTSD in trauma-exposed patients.
- Questions
- 22
- Pages
- 3
- Time
- about 6 min
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PCL-5 PTSD Screening Checklist
Page 1 of 3 · Your information
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Who it is for
- Behavioral health clinics screening for PTSD in trauma-exposed patients
- VA and military health facilities conducting routine PTSD assessments
- Primary care practices screening first responders and at-risk populations
- Treatment outcome monitoring for trauma-focused therapy programs
What's inside
Before you publish: Clinical review required: this worksheet does not calculate scores, diagnose, or recommend treatment. Confirm the questions and response options against your approved assessment protocol before use.
Page 1 · Your information
- Patient NameText · Required
- Date of ScreeningDate
- Repeated disturbing memoriesLong Text
- Repeated disturbing dreamsLong Text
Page 2 · Additional details
- Avoiding external remindersLong Text
- Trouble remembering important parts of the eventLong Text
- Strong negative beliefs about self or worldLong Text
- Blaming self or others for the eventLong Text
Page 3 · Additional details
- Irritable or angry behaviorLong Text
- Taking too many risks or self-destructive behaviorLong Text
- Being super alert or on guardLong Text
- Feeling jumpy or easily startledLong Text
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