Clinician-Administered PTSD Scale (CAPS) Test
Get a clear view of PTSD symptoms and their impact in about 7 minutes. 34 targeted items gauge frequency and severity to support fast, confident clinical decisions and tracking over time.
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Below is a preview of how scores are typically distributed across each scale.
Below is a preview of how scores are typically distributed across each scale.
Intensity (I)
Average
29.2
Normal range
18.5 — 39.9
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68
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Frequency (F)
Average
36.9
Normal range
27.7 — 46.1
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68
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does this interview assess?
It assesses symptoms associated with post-traumatic stress and their impact on daily functioning. Each symptom is rated for both frequency and intensity.
Who should administer this measure?
It is intended for administration by a trained clinician using a structured interview format. Consistent scoring requires familiarity with the rating anchors.
How long does it take and how many items are included?
Administration typically takes about 7 minutes. The interview includes 34 items.
What topics are covered in the symptom review?
Items cover intrusive symptoms, avoidance, negative changes in mood and thinking, and increased arousal or reactivity. The interview also documents effects on work, relationships, and other daily activities.
How are the results used?
Scores support clinical diagnosis and help guide treatment planning. Repeated administrations can track symptom change over time.
WHAT THE TEST MEASURES
About This Assessment
Clinician-Administered PTSD Scale (CAPS) Test - Symptoms and Signs
This clinician-administered, structured interview is designed to assess posttraumatic stress disorder symptomatology and related functional impact. The Clinician-Administered PTSD Scale (CAPS) supports systematic evaluation of symptom frequency and severity using standardized probes and anchored ratings. It can be used to support diagnostic clarification and to characterize symptom change over time.
Administration typically involves reviewing each symptom domain and rating both intensity and occurrence, with attention to associated distress and impairment in daily functioning. The measure includes 34 items and generally takes about 7 minutes to complete. The Clinician-Administered PTSD Scale (CAPS) was developed by Frank W. Weathers.
Author: Frank W. Weathers, terence-m-keane
Literature: Weathers, F. W., Keane, T. M., & Davidson, J. R. T. Clinician-administered PTSD scale: A review of the first ten years of research. Depression and Anxiety. 2001.
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