PTSD Test

The PTSD Checklist for DSM-5 (PCL-5) is a widely used self-assessment tool designed to measure symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) based on DSM-5 criteria. It consists of 20 questions evaluating distress levels related to past traumatic experiences.

    Below is a list of problems that people sometimes experience after a stressful event. Please read each one carefully and select the option that indicates how much you have been bothered by that problem in the past month:

    1. Repeated, disturbing, and unwanted memories of the stressful experience?

    2. Repeated, disturbing dreams of the stressful experience?

    3. Suddenly feeling or acting as if the stressful experience were actually happening again (as if you were reliving it)?

    4. Feeling very upset when something reminded you of the stressful experience?

    5. Having strong physical reactions when something reminded you of the stressful experience (e.g., heart pounding, trouble breathing, sweating)?

    6. Avoiding memories, thoughts, or feelings related to the stressful experience?

    7. Avoiding external reminders of the stressful experience (e.g., people, places, conversations, activities, objects, or situations)?

    8. Trouble remembering important parts of the stressful experience?

    9. Having strong negative beliefs about yourself, others, or the world (e.g., "I am bad," "No one can be trusted," "The world is completely dangerous")?

    10. Blaming yourself or others for the stressful experience or what happened after it?

    11. Having strong negative feelings such as fear, horror, anger, guilt, or shame?

    12. Loss of interest in activities that you used to enjoy?

    13. Feeling distant or cut off from other people?

    14. Trouble experiencing positive feelings (e.g., being unable to feel happiness or have loving feelings for people close to you)?

    15. Irritable behavior, angry outbursts, or acting aggressively?

    16. Taking too many risks or doing things that could cause you harm?

    17. Being "superalert" or watchful on guard?

    18. Feeling jumpy or easily startled?

    19. Having difficulty concentrating?

    20. Trouble falling or staying asleep?

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    Note: This form is not a substitute for professional diagnosis. If you have any concerns, please consult with a qualified healthcare provider.

    Weathers, F. W., Keane, T. M., & colleagues. (2013). PTSD Checklist for DSM-5 (PCL-5). Developed by the National Center for PTSD, Behavioral Science Division.