Child Trauma Screen (CTS)

The Childhood Trauma Screen/Scale (CTS) is a tool commonly used to assess childhood traumas. This scale is designed to identify and evaluate potential traumatic events that children have experienced in their lives. It is utilized to assess children's reactions to traumatic experiences, understand the impacts of these experiences, and provide appropriate support.

The scale encompasses various traumatic events, such as physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, domestic violence, natural disasters, accidents, or losses. The use of CTS is typically carried out by adult observers or professionals and can be a crucial tool in understanding how children respond to such experiences.

Measurement with CTS is tailored to the child's age and developmental level. However, the use of such scales should be conducted with careful consideration of children's privacy and emotional well-being. Additionally, these assessments are usually conducted by professionals.

Before employing any scale, it is important to respect children's rights and adhere to ethical principles in the evaluation process. The use of such scales aims to provide support for the safety and well-being of children.