The Child Behavior Checklist/4-18
Abstract
This chapter presents the Child Behavior Checklist/4-18 as one of the most widely used parent report forms of children’s psychological behavior. The checklist was designed to measure competencies and problems in children 4 to 18 years of age. The chapter reviews a broad range of issues regarding the checklist, including: the theoretical basis, the range of applicability and limitations, the accommodations for populations with disabilities, and the legal and ethical considerations in using this instrument.
Citation
Greenbaum, P. E., Dedrick, R. F., & Lipien, L. (2003). The Child Behavior Checklist/4-18. In M. Hersen (Ed.), Comprehensive handbook of psychological assessment: Vol. 2. Personality assessment. Hoboken, NJ: Wiley.