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Comprehensive Assess. Sys. Examining Mental Health (CASE-MH)
CASE-MH is a client self-report screening assessment that proves rapid and effective information on numerous mental health disorders.
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| 32300 | Comprehensive Assessment System Examining Mental Health | $175.00 | |
| 32300M | CASE-MH Manual | $100.00 | |
| 32300R | CASE-MH Record Forms, Pk/25 | $85.00 |
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The Comprehensive Assessment System Examining Mental Health (CASE-MH)
A tool developed for a variety of clinicians and physicians to strengthen diagnostic interviews, refine differential diagnoses, and support effective treatment planning for adults with mental health concerns.
By Gregory R. Anderson, Ph.D., and Patricia C. Post, Psy.D.
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Age Range:
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18+
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Time:
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Approximately 35 minutes
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Qualifications:
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Level B-requires that the user has completed graduate levels courses in tests and measurement at a university or has received equivalent documented training.
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Format:
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Paper-and-pencil; Self-Report
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Benefit:
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Enhance the initial intake by quickly obtaining a comprehensive overview of potential presenting issues and symptoms.
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Publish Date:
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2022; Stoelting Proprietary
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Components of the Test
The CASE-MH includes 8 scales to quickly assess symptoms and issues of the most frequently occurring mental health conditions, including an in-depth evaluation of ADHD. The instrument consists of 98 scale items, 42 ADHD subscale items endorsed on a five-point scale, plus an additional 42 experimental items addressing Autism Spectrum Disorder and Antisocial Personality Disorder.
The CASE-MH test comprises two main groupings of scales: the Clinical Scales and the ADHD Extended Subscales.
Clinical Scales:
- ADHD
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
- Social Anxiety Disorder
- Substance Abuse
ADHD Extended Subscales:
- Inattention
- Concentration/Sustained Memory
- Organization
- Divided Attention
- Impulsivity
- Hyperactivity
Scoring is user-friendly and can be done rapidly due to a Yes/No response format for seven of the diagnostic scales and a Likert-like scale for the ADHD Scale and Subscales.
Clinical Scale raw scores are compared to cut-off scores that indicate the minimum score for risk of the disorder. If the raw score is the same or larger than the Minimum score for risk of the disorder, the individual is noted as “Likely” to meet the criterion noted for the condition and further evaluation and investigation is indicated. If the score is below the Minimum score for risk of the disorder, the individual is “Unlikely” to meet criteria
for the condition.
ADHD Extended Subscale raw scores are converted to percentile scores. The raw scores for Subscales 1 through 4 are summed for a Total Inattentive Score and corresponding Percentile Score, and raw scores for Subscales 5 and 6 are summed for a Total Hyperactive/Impulsive Score and corresponding Percentile Score. Percentile Scores are also available for each subscale.
Included in the manual is a Reproducible Working Diagnosis Worksheet to assist in case conceptualization, treatment planning, identifying areas requiring further assessment, as well as insurance documentation.
Download our free CASE-MH Scorebook Tool Excel file, companion to the CASE-MH, and accelerate your workflow. Quickly calculate subscale raw scores, review item-level analysis, print a summary worksheet, and complete the Working Diagnosis Worksheet—all in one streamlined file.
The Comprehensive Assessment System Examining Mental Health (CASE-MH) Kit (32300) includes the CASE-MH Manual (32300M) and a package of CASE-MH Record Forms 25/pack (32300R).
Clinical Uses for the CASE-MH
Whether in primary care, mental health clinics, medical, or research settings, the CASE-MH equips providers with rich data needed for fast, accurate diagnosis, treatment planning, and progress monitoring. Explore how you can use the CASE-MH:
Initial Intake & Diagnostic Clarification
Use CASE-MH as part of your standard intake battery to bolster your diagnostic interview and quickly screen for a wide range of mental health concerns. The tool’s broad-spectrum coverage makes it ideal for:
- Clarifying presenting concerns
- Supporting DSM-5-TR diagnoses
- Informing differential diagnosis (e.g., anxiety vs. depression, ADHD vs. conduct issues)
- Identifying symptoms in patients admitting to inpatient psychiatric care
Progress Monitoring in Ongoing Treatment
Re-administer CASE-MH throughout treatment to track client improvement and adjust treatment plans. Use the data to:
- Quantify symptom change
- Inform change in treatment trajectory
- Provide visual feedback to clients
Collaborative Care & Referrals
CASE-MH results can be shared with:
- Pediatricians or PCPs to support integrated care
- School psychologists for IEP/504 planning
- Other behavioral health professionals for continuity of care
Medication Evaluation & Monitoring
For psychiatrists and prescribing physicians, use CASE-MH pre- and post-medication initiation to:
- Better understand patient symptoms and needs
- Capture baseline symptom severity
- Evaluate treatment response across domains
- Refer to mental health providers
Documentation & Insurance Justification
CASE-MH provides quantifiable symptom ratings that:
- Strengthen clinical documentation
- Support medical necessity for treatment or continued care
- Streamline pre-authorizations and insurance reporting
Support Research and Better Understand Participants
Use the CASE-MH to screen for mental health issues in research participants:
- Quickly identify inclusion and exclusion criteria
- Track progress in intervention studies
- Enhance participant interviews