The Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-5 Disorders — Clinician Version (SCID-5-CV) is an essential tool for mental health professionals seeking to enhance their diagnostic accuracy and efficiency. This comprehensive guide leads clinicians step-by-step through the DSM-5 diagnostic process, ensuring a thorough evaluation of psychiatric disorders.
With the SCID-5-CV, clinicians benefit from:
- Streamlined Interview Process: Each interview question is conveniently paired with the corresponding DSM-5 criteria, making it easier to assess whether symptoms are present or absent.
- Comprehensive Coverage: The SCID-5-CV addresses the most commonly encountered DSM-5 diagnoses in clinical settings, providing a reliable framework for assessing a wide range of mental health conditions.
- User-Friendly Guide: The accompanying User’s Guide for the SCID-5-CV offers detailed instructions on effective and accurate usage, discussing the rationale, structure, conventions, and application of the SCID-5-CV.
- Practical Learning Tools: The guide includes sample role-play scenarios and homework cases to help clinicians practice and refine their interview skills.
Together, the SCID-5-CV and its User’s Guide serve as invaluable resources for:
- Clinicians aiming to improve their diagnostic assessments
- Researchers conducting studies on mental health
Authors:
Michael B. First (Author)
Edition:
1st
Publication Date:
November 5, 2015
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