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[Goldberg's General Health Questionnaire].
Summary
The General Health Questionnaire (GHQ) is useful for assessing distress and quality of life. For clinical research, the 20- or 30-item GHQ versions are recommended over the 28-item version.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Psychology
- Health Services Research
Context:
- The General Health Questionnaire (GHQ) is a widely used screening tool for detecting psychological distress.
- Various versions of the GHQ exist, leading to questions about optimal usage in different settings.
Purpose:
- To review the applications of the General Health Questionnaire in clinical practice and research.
- To provide evidence-based recommendations for selecting the most appropriate GHQ version for specific assessment needs.
Summary:
- This review examines the utility of different General Health Questionnaire (GHQ) versions.
- The 20- and 30-item GHQ versions are recommended for longitudinal and state assessments of distress, psychopathology, and quality of life in medical and psychiatric populations.
- The 28-item GHQ version is considered less suitable for these assessments.
Impact:
- Informs clinical and research decisions regarding the selection of the General Health Questionnaire.
- Aids in the accurate and efficient assessment of mental health and quality of life in diverse patient groups.
- Contributes to improved understanding of psychopathology and distress measurement in healthcare settings.