PSS-A
Paykel Suicide Scale - Adolescent Version (PSS-A)
The Paykel Suicide Scale - Adolescent Version (PSS-A) is a quick self-report tool designed to detect the presence and severity of suicidal thoughts and associated behaviors in adolescents. This questionnaire is often used during psychological follow-up or in school settings to quickly identify at-risk youth and guide interventions.
- Number of questions
- 5 questions
- Estimated duration
- 3 minutes
- Language
- English
- Original name
- Paykel Suicide Scale - Adolescent Version
- Target audience
- Adolescents
- Authors
- E.S. Paykel, M.B. Myers, C. Lindenthal, J.G. Tanner (1980)
- Category
- Childhood
Scoring & interpretation
Each item is scored from 0 to 1 or 2 points depending on the degree of presence or frequency of past suicidal ideation and behaviors. The total score ranges from 0 to 9. A high score indicates increased severity of suicidal thoughts or behaviors and calls for a thorough clinical evaluation.
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