The Clinical Global Impression–Schizophrenia scale: a simple instrument to measure the diversity of symptoms present in schizophrenia

2003648 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Josep María Haro

Shanta Kamath · University of Cambridge

Susana Ochoa

Diego Novick · Health Economics and Outcomes Research (United Kingdom)

K. Rele · University of Cambridge

Arnau Fargas

M. J. Rodríguez

Ruta Rele · University of Cambridge

J. Orta

Abstract

The CGI-SCH scale is a valid, reliable instrument to evaluate severity and treatment response in schizophrenia. Given its simplicity, brevity and clinical face validity, the scale is appropriate for use in observational studies and routine clinical practice.

Topics & Keywords

Schizophrenia research and treatment Bipolar Disorder and Treatment Mental Health Research Topics

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica

Volume 107, Issue s416, pp. 16-23

DOI: 10.1034/j.1600-0447.107.s416.5.x

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