Screening for Mental Health Among Young South African Children: the Use of the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ)

ConclusionsSDQ scores in our sample suggest young children in SA are at high risk for MH problems. The SDQ, particularly the total difficulties score, may be a useful screening tool in SA. Yet, some subscales did not work in this language and context; if social skills and hyperactivity/inattention are being considered, modification or additional measures may be needed.
Source: Global Social Welfare - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research