The PTSD Checklist for DSM-5 (PCL-5) is a validated 20-item self-report measure that assesses the severity of PTSD symptoms. Complete the questions below for a free, private result.

20 questions~5 min to completePrivate — nothing stored

About this assessment

The PCL-5 was developed by Weathers and colleagues (2013) at the National Center for PTSD. It is one of the most widely used measures of PTSD symptoms and corresponds to the DSM-5 diagnostic criteria. It assesses four symptom clusters: intrusions, avoidance, negative alterations in cognition and mood, and hyperarousal.

A score of 31 or above suggests clinically significant PTSD symptoms that may benefit from professional assessment and treatment.

How Mind Health can help

Our psychologists treat PTSD and trauma using evidence-based approaches, including trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), and EMDR. If your results suggest trauma symptoms are affecting your life, a conversation with one of our clinicians is a practical next step.

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PTSD Self-Assessment Results

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Symptom Cluster Breakdown

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Important: This is a screening tool based on the PCL-5 (PTSD Checklist for DSM-5). ' + 'It is not a diagnostic instrument and cannot replace a clinical assessment. If your results concern you, please speak with a qualified psychologist or your GP. ' + 'If you are in crisis, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or call 000.

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