Brief Description
The Life Stressor Checklist – Revised (LSC-R) is a self-report checklist used to assess stressful or traumatic life events. The measure includes questions about events such as experiencing natural disasters or assault.
Assessment Administration Type
Adult Self-Report
Number of questions
30
Age Range for Administration
18+
Recommended Frequency of Administration
Screener
Summary of Scoring and Interpretations
The measure is scored by giving a point to each positively endorsed stressor and summing the points. The scores range from 0-30.
Blueprint Adjustments
Blueprint has adjusted this measure to include only the checklist of stressors with “Yes” or “No” options. The original revised measure also includes questions about the respondent’s age at the time of the event as well the event’s impact on their life.
Clinical Considerations
Estimated completion time: 5-10 minutes
Note: the LSC-R is a helpful starting point for identifying stressors that might have been traumatic in nature. It is important to use a thorough clinical evaluation to determine if, or how, the endorsed events might have impacted the client.
Citation
Adapted from Wolfe, J., Kimerling, R., Brown, P., Chrestman, K., & Levin, K. (1997). The Life Stressor Checklist-Revised (LSC-R) [Measurement instrument]. Available from http://www.ptsd.va.gov
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