CIDI
Pronunciation: SY-dee
Also written as: CIDI — Composite International Diagnostic Interview
Composite International Diagnostic Interview, a standardized instrument for assessing mental disorders according to ICD and DSM criteria.
Full Definition
The Composite International Diagnostic Interview (CIDI) is a comprehensive, fully structured diagnostic interview developed by the World Health Organization for use in epidemiological studies. It enables trained lay interviewers to assess the presence of mental disorders according to both ICD-10 and DSM criteria. The CIDI is widely used in large-scale population surveys and cross-cultural research due to its standardized format and established reliability. Various versions exist, including the CIDI-SF (Short Form) for screening purposes.
Usage
Usage note: Specify version number (e.g., CIDI 3.0) when referencing in research contexts.
In Context
- "The WHO World Mental Health Survey Initiative employed the CIDI 3.0 across 28 countries." — international study protocol
- "Interviewers underwent extensive training on CIDI administration before data collection commenced." — methods documentation