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PCL-5 (PTSD)

PCL-5 (PTSD): calculated with the published clinical method, with result interpretation. A reference tool that does not replace a doctor's advice.

β„Ή Reference calculation based on the published method. It does not replace a clinical examination or a doctor's decision.

PCL-5 (PTSD)

Intrusive memories (0–4)
Disturbing dreams (0–4)
Flashbacks (0–4)
Upset when reminded (0–4)
Physical reactions to reminders (0–4)
Avoiding thoughts and feelings (0–4)
Avoiding external reminders (0–4)
Trouble remembering the event (0–4)
Strong negative beliefs (0–4)
Blaming self or others (0–4)
Strong negative feelings (0–4)
Loss of interest (0–4)
Feeling distant from others (0–4)
Trouble experiencing positive feelings (0–4)
Irritability, angry outbursts (0–4)
Taking too many risks (0–4)
Being superalert, on guard (0–4)
Jumpy or easily startled (0–4)
Difficulty concentrating (0–4)
Trouble falling or staying asleep (0–4)
PCL-5 total score
20
0 β€” not at all, 1 β€” a little bit, 2 β€” moderately, 3 β€” quite a bit, 4 β€” extremelyOver the past monthProbable PTSD cut-off: 31–33 pointsPCL-5 (PTSD): calculated with the published clinical method, with result interpretation. A reference tool that does not replace a doctor's advice.
PTSD screen
Below threshold
DSM-5 cluster criteria
Not met

More about: PCL-5 (PTSD)

What it calculates

The β€œPCL-5 (PTSD)” calculator computes PCL-5 total score from 20 parameters: intrusive memories (0–4), disturbing dreams (0–4), flashbacks (0–4), upset when reminded (0–4), physical reactions to reminders (0–4), avoiding thoughts and feelings (0–4), avoiding external reminders (0–4), trouble remembering the event (0–4), strong negative beliefs (0–4), blaming self or others (0–4), strong negative feelings (0–4), loss of interest (0–4), feeling distant from others (0–4), trouble experiencing positive feelings (0–4), irritability, angry outbursts (0–4), taking too many risks (0–4), being superalert, on guard (0–4), jumpy or easily startled (0–4), difficulty concentrating (0–4), trouble falling or staying asleep (0–4).

Used by professionals and patients to assess health metrics, dosages, and risks.

Example calculation

With parameters Intrusive memories (0–4) = 1, Disturbing dreams (0–4) = 1, Flashbacks (0–4) = 1, Upset when reminded (0–4) = 1, Physical reactions to reminders (0–4) = 1, Avoiding thoughts and feelings (0–4) = 1, Avoiding external reminders (0–4) = 1, Trouble remembering the event (0–4) = 1, Strong negative beliefs (0–4) = 1, Blaming self or others (0–4) = 1, Strong negative feelings (0–4) = 1, Loss of interest (0–4) = 1, Feeling distant from others (0–4) = 1, Trouble experiencing positive feelings (0–4) = 1, Irritability, angry outbursts (0–4) = 1, Taking too many risks (0–4) = 1, Being superalert, on guard (0–4) = 1, Jumpy or easily startled (0–4) = 1, Difficulty concentrating (0–4) = 1, Trouble falling or staying asleep (0–4) = 1 the result is 20 (0 β€” not at all, 1 β€” a little bit, 2 β€” moderately, 3 β€” quite a bit, 4 β€” extremely).

How to use

  1. Enter intrusive memories (0–4), disturbing dreams (0–4), flashbacks (0–4), upset when reminded (0–4), physical reactions to reminders (0–4), avoiding thoughts and feelings (0–4), avoiding external reminders (0–4), trouble remembering the event (0–4), strong negative beliefs (0–4), blaming self or others (0–4), strong negative feelings (0–4), loss of interest (0–4), feeling distant from others (0–4), trouble experiencing positive feelings (0–4), irritability, angry outbursts (0–4), taking too many risks (0–4), being superalert, on guard (0–4), jumpy or easily startled (0–4), difficulty concentrating (0–4) and trouble falling or staying asleep (0–4) β€” each field above is adjustable with a slider.
  2. PCL-5 total score is calculated automatically as you type.
  3. Check the worked example below to see the formula applied to real numbers.
  4. Copy the result or bookmark this calculator.

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FAQ

How is BMI calculated?
BMI = weight (kg) / height (m)Β². Example: 70 kg / (1.75 m)Β² = 22.9. The WHO normal range is 18.5–24.9; below that is underweight, 25–29.9 is overweight, and 30+ is obese.
Is BMI accurate for everyone?
No. BMI does not distinguish muscle from fat, so athletes may show a high BMI with low body fat. It is also less reliable for teenagers, pregnant people, older adults, and very tall or short individuals.
What are the BMI categories?
Underweight: below 18.5. Normal: 18.5–24.9. Overweight: 25–29.9. Obese class I: 30–34.9; class II: 35–39.9; class III: 40+.
What is a better measure than BMI?
Body fat percentage, waist-to-height ratio (aim for under 0.5), and waist circumference give a clearer picture of health than BMI alone.

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