Ptsd checklist 2026

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The document is a PTSD Checklist (PCL) designed for veterans and civilians to self-assess symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) related to stressful life experiences. It includes a series of 17 items that respondents rate based on how much they have been bothered by each symptom in the past month. The PCL has two versions: one for military-related PTSD (PCL-M) and another for general traumatic events (PCL-C). Scoring guidelines are provided to determine the severity of symptoms and eligibility for a PTSD diagnosis, along with recommendations for follow-up medical care.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the PTSD Checklist in the editor.
Begin by entering your name in the designated field at the top of the form. This personalizes your checklist and ensures accurate tracking of your responses.
Read each question carefully. The checklist consists of 17 items that assess various symptoms related to PTSD. Take your time to reflect on how you have felt over the past month.
For each item, mark an 'X' in the box that best represents how much you have been bothered by that problem, using the scale from 1 (Not at all) to 5 (Extremely).
Once completed, review your responses for accuracy. You can easily modify any answers if needed before finalizing.
Save your completed checklist and consider sharing it with a healthcare provider for further evaluation and support.

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What questions are on a PTSD test?

The PCL is a 17-item self-report checklist of PTSD symptoms based closely on the DSM-IV criteria. Respondents rate each item from 1 (not at all) to 5 (extremely) to indicate the degree to which they have been bothered by that particular symptom over the past month.

What is the 17 question PTSD test?

The PCL is a standardized self-report rating scale for PTSD comprising 17 items that correspond to the key symptoms of PTSD. Two versions of the PCL exist: 1) PCL-M is specific to PTSD caused by military experiences and 2) PCL-C is applied generally to any traumatic event.