CBCL
Pronunciation: C-B-C-L
Also written as: CBCL — Child Behavior Checklist
Child Behavior Checklist, a standardized assessment tool for behavioral and emotional problems in youth.
Full Definition
A widely used parent-report questionnaire that evaluates behavioral and emotional problems in children and adolescents aged 6-18 years. The instrument generates scores for internalizing and externalizing problems, as well as specific syndrome scales. Healthcare editors must understand this tool is often referenced in adolescent mental health documentation, research protocols, and treatment planning materials. The CBCL provides standardized T-scores that facilitate comparison across different populations and time points.
Usage
Usage note: Always spell out on first use in clinical documentation.
In Context
- "Pre-treatment CBCL scores indicated significant externalizing behaviors requiring intervention." — Clinical assessment report
- "The study protocol requires CBCL administration at baseline and 6-month follow-up visits." — Research methodology