SCID-5-CV - Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-5 Disorders, Clinician Version

Sep 2, 2026

SCID-5-CV is a clinician-administered structured interview guide for diagnosing DSM-5 disorders. The clinician version supports systematic collection of diagnostic information through organized modules and scoring components, with dedicated sections for mood episodes, psychotic and associated symptoms, and differential diagnosis across key disorder categories. It also includes substance use disorder modules and withdrawal symptom listing, followed by anxiety disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorder and posttraumatic stress disorder coverage, facilitating consistent assessment during psychiatric evaluation.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResumes

FormatPDF

Pages98

Reading Time34 min

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SCID-5-CV Diagnostic Summary Score Sheet

Overview

A. Mood Episodes

B. Psychotic and Associated Symptoms

C. Differential Diagnosis of Psychotic Disorder

D. Differential Diagnosis of Mood Disorder

E. Substance Use Disorder

F. Anxiety Disorder

G. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

SCID-5-CV STRUCTURED CLINICAL INTERVIEW FOR DSM-5®DISORDERS CLINICIAN VERS/ON Michael B.First,M.D. Professor of Clinical Psychiatry,Columbia University,and Research Psychiatrist,Division of Clinical Phenomenology,New York State Psychiatric Institute,New York,New York Janet B.W.Williams,Ph.D. Professor Emerita of Clinical Psychiatric Social Work(in Psychiatry and inNeurology),Columbia University,and Research Scientist and Deputy Chief,Biometrics Research Department(Retired),New York State Psychiatric Institute,New York,New York;and Senior Vice President of Global Science,MedAvante,Inc.,Hamilton,New Jersey Rhonda S.Karg,Ph.D. Research Psychologist,Division of Behavioral Health andCriminal Justice Research,RTI international,Durham,North Carolina Robert L.Spitzer,M.D. Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry,Columbia University,andResearch Scientist and Chief,Biometrics Research Department(Retired),New York State Psychiatric Institute,New York,New York | Patient:__ | Date of | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | month
Interview: | | dy | yeur | | Clinician:____ _ | | | | | | | | | | | Note:The authors have worked to ensure that all information in this publication is accurate at the time of publicatior andconsistent with general psychiatric and medical standards,and that information concerning drug dosages,schedules androutes of administration is accurate at the time of publication and consistent with standards set by the U.S.Food and DrugAdministration and the general medical community.As medical research and practice continue to advance,how ever,therapeutic standards may change.Moreover,specific situations may require a specific therapeutic response not included inthis publication.For these reasons and because human and mechanicalerrors sometimes occur,we recommend that re sdersfollow the advice of physicians directly involved in their care or the care of a member of their family. Books published by American Psychiatric Association Publishing represent the findings,conclusions,and views of the indis dualauthors and do not necessarily represent the policies and opinions of American Psychiatric Association Publishing cr theeAmerican Psychiatric Association. If you wish to buy 50 or more copies of the same title,please go to www.appi.org/specialdiscounts for more information. Copyright ◎2016 American Psychiatric AssociationALL RIGHTS RESERVED DSM and DSM-5 are registered trademarks of the American Psychiatric Association.Use of these terms is prohibited w thoutpermission of the American Psychiatric Association. DSM-5°diagnostic criteria are reprinted or adapted with permission from American Psychiatric Association:Diagnostic andStatistical Manual of Mental Disorders,Fifth Edition,Arlington,VA,American Psychiatric Association,2013.Copyright G2013American Psychiatric Association.Used with permission. Unless authorized in writing by the American Psychiatric Association (APA),no part of the DSM-53 criteria may be reproducedor used in a mannerinconsistent with the APA's copyright.This prohibition applies to unauthorized uses or reproductions in anyform,including electronic applications.Correspondence regarding copyright permission for DSM-5 criteria should be directed toDSM Permisions,American Psychiatric Association Publishing,1000Wilson Boulevard,Suite 1825,Arlington,VA 22209-3901. ICD-10-CM codes are periodically updated by the Cooperating Parties for the ICD-10-CM.For important updates to an,listed codes,see the DSM-5⑧Update on www.PsychiatryOnline.org The Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-5°Disorders-Clinician Version (SCID-5-CV)comprises the User's Guide for the SCID5-CV and this SCID-5-CV interview booklet (each sold separately).No part of these publications may be photocopied,reproduced,stored in a retrieval system,or transmitted,in any form or by any means,without obtaining permission in writingfrom American Psychiatric Association Publishing,or a

FAQs

What is SCID-5-CV and who is it for?

SCID-5-CV is the Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-5 Disorders, Clinician Version. It is designed for clinicians administering the interview as part of diagnostic assessment.

Which DSM-5 disorder areas are covered in the SCID-5-CV booklet?

The table of contents indicates coverage for mood episodes, psychotic and associated symptoms, differential diagnosis of psychotic and mood disorders, substance use disorder including withdrawal symptoms, anxiety disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorder and posttraumatic stress disorder.

Does SCID-5-CV include scoring and diagnostic summary tools?

Yes. The contents list a SCID-5-CV Diagnostic Summary Score Sheet, indicating that structured scoring and summary are provided alongside the interview materials.

Sep 2, 2026

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