User's Guide for the Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-5 Personality Disorders (SCID-5-PD)

Focusing on the assessment of DSM-5 Personality Disorders, this semistructured diagnostic interview aids clinicians and researchers in making accurate diagnoses across various personality disorder categories. It includes the SCID-5-SPQ, a self-report screening tool that streamlines the process. The updated SCID-5-PD reflects the DSM-5's shift away from the multiaxial system, featuring revised questions and a new dimensional scoring component. The accompanying User's Guide provides essential instructions, making this resource vital for effective diagnosis and understanding of personality disorders.