Adult PTSD Screening Test

Questions:

Re-experiencing the Trauma (Intrusive Memories):

• I have frequent, involuntary memories or flashbacks of a traumatic event.
  • Always
  • Often
  • Sometimes
  • Rarely
  • Never
• I experience nightmares or disturbing dreams about a traumatic event.
  • Always
  • Often
  • Sometimes
  • Rarely
  • Never
• I feel as though I am reliving the traumatic event, like it is happening again (e.g., through flashbacks or feeling "triggered").
  • Always
  • Often
  • Sometimes
  • Rarely
  • Never

Avoidance and Numbing Symptoms:

• I avoid situations, people, or places that remind me of the traumatic event.
  • Always
  • Often
  • Sometimes
  • Rarely
  • Never
• I avoid thinking about or talking about the traumatic event because it makes me feel distressed or upset.
  • Always
  • Often
  • Sometimes
  • Rarely
  • Never
• I feel emotionally numb or detached from others, even from people I care about.
  • Always
  • Often
  • Sometimes
  • Rarely
  • Never

Negative Thoughts and Mood:

• I have negative thoughts about myself or the world (e.g., feeling hopeless, worthless, or that the world is unsafe).
  • Always
  • Often
  • Sometimes
  • Rarely
  • Never
• I find it difficult to experience positive emotions (e.g., feeling joy or love).
  • Always
  • Often
  • Sometimes
  • Rarely
  • Never

Hyperarousal (Increased Alertness and Reactivity):

• I am easily startled or feel "on edge" much of the time.
  • Always
  • Often
  • Sometimes
  • Rarely
  • Never
• I have trouble sleeping (e.g., difficulty falling or staying asleep, or having restless sleep).
  • Always
  • Often
  • Sometimes
  • Rarely
  • Never