Purpose: Helps assess the mental status of adults

Format: Paper and pencil

Age range: 18 years to 60 years

Time: Varies

DETAILS:

Designed as an interview tool or intake aid, the Mental Status Checklist is a 120-item survey that covers topics familiar to mental health professionals who work with adults. It gathers information about the client’s presenting problems as well as personal information, academic performance and attitudes, developmental status, legal issues, health habits, hobbies, family relationships, and more. It also includes areas for behavioral observations and clinical impressions.