KSADS-PL
Also written as: KSADS-PL — Kiddie Schedule for Affective Disorders and Schizophrenia-Present and Lifetime Version
Structured diagnostic interview protocol used to assess current and lifetime psychiatric disorders in children and adolescents.
Full Definition
The Kiddie Schedule for Affective Disorders and Schizophrenia-Present and Lifetime Version is a semi-structured diagnostic interview designed for children ages 6-18. It follows DSM criteria and includes separate parent and child versions. The interview covers mood disorders, anxiety disorders, behavioral disorders, psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders. It is considered the gold standard for research purposes and clinical assessment in child psychiatry.
Usage
Usage note: Always hyphenate and capitalize all letters in the acronym.
In Context
- "The research protocol required administration of the KSADS-PL to establish baseline psychiatric diagnoses." — Clinical research protocol
- "Training in KSADS-PL administration is essential for clinicians conducting comprehensive diagnostic assessments." — Clinical training manual