GP Checklists
GP checklists
The GP checklists below are designed to assist in measuring specific symptoms for a range of mental health difficulties. Interpretation of these checklists should consider the context of individual circumstances and used only in combination with a comprehensive medical and clinical assessment. They are not stand-alone diagnostic tools but rather to assist in making a clinical assessment.
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Perinatal and early parenting adjustment: GP information sheet
GP information sheet Pregnancy and the early months of parenting can bring joy, change and many new demands. Mothers, fathers, partners and parents of any gender may all find this time brings big feelings. Adjusting takes time, and support is available. About this sheet. We have written this sheet as psychologists, in the hope that…
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Chronic pain and persistent physical concerns: GP information sheet
GP information sheet Living with pain or ongoing physical concerns can touch many parts of life, from sleep and work to mood and relationships. Pain is very real, and the mind and body are closely connected. Support is available. About this sheet. We have written this sheet as psychologists, in the hope that GPs may…
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Sleep difficulties: GP information sheet
GP information sheet Many people go through times when sleep feels harder to come by. Nights might feel long, and days could feel more tiring as a result. Sleep difficulties are common, and support is available. About this sheet. We have written this sheet as psychologists, in the hope that GPs may find some of…
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Tourette syndrome: GP information sheet
GP information sheet Tourette syndrome involves tics, which are sudden movements or sounds that a person does not choose to make. Tics can come and go, and change over time. Each person’s experience is different, and support is available. About this sheet. We have written this sheet as psychologists, in the hope that GPs may…
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Suicide Signs and Risk Factors Checklist
This checklist is designed to determine behaviours that may indicate a patient may be considering suicide. The results must be interpreted in the context of an individual’s circumstances and as such should be used only in combination with a comprehensive medical and clinical assessment. It is NOT a stand-alone diagnostic tool. Signs Risk factors If a patient’s…
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Alcohol and other drug use: GP information sheet
GP information sheet People use alcohol and other drugs for many reasons, such as relaxing, socialising or coping with stress. For some people, use may start to feel harder to manage or begin to affect parts of life. Change is possible, and support is available at any stage. About this sheet. We have written this…
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Social anxiety: GP information sheet
GP information sheet Social anxiety involves strong worry about being judged, watched or embarrassed in social situations. Many people feel nervous socially at times; for some, this worry may begin to shape choices about work, study and friendships. It is common, and support is available. About this sheet. We have written this sheet as psychologists,…
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Self Harm Signs and Risk Factors Checklist
This checklist is designed to determine behaviours that may indicate a patient is engaging in some form of self harm. The results must be interpreted in the context of an individual’s circumstances and as such should be used only in combination with a comprehensive medical and clinical assessment. It is NOT a stand-alone diagnostic tool. Psychological sign Risk…
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Panic: GP information sheet
GP information sheet Panic attacks are sudden waves of intense fear with strong physical sensations. They can feel frightening, and some people may begin to worry about having another. Panic is common, and support is available. About this sheet. We have written this sheet as psychologists, in the hope that GPs may find some of…
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ODD: GP information sheet
GP information sheet Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) describes a pattern where a child often feels angry or irritable and finds requests and rules very hard. All children push back sometimes; for some, it may happen often enough to strain family and school life. Children with these challenges also have many strengths. About this sheet. We…
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Learning difficulties: GP information sheet
GP information sheet Some children and adults find reading, writing or maths much harder than other learning, even with good teaching. This can include dyslexia and similar learning differences. These differences are not about effort or intelligence, and people bring many other strengths. About this sheet. We have written this sheet as psychologists, in the…
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Intellectual disability: GP information sheet
GP information sheet Intellectual disability affects how a person learns, understands and manages everyday tasks, starting in childhood. Every person is different, with their own personality, interests and strengths. People take part in family, school and community life in their own way. About this sheet. We have written this sheet as psychologists, in the hope…
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Generalised anxiety: GP information sheet
GP information sheet Generalised anxiety involves worry that can feel hard to switch off, often about many everyday things at once. Everyone worries sometimes; for some people, worry may start to take up a lot of space in daily life. It is common, and support is available. About this sheet. We have written this sheet…
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Eating disorders: GP information sheet
GP information sheet Eating disorders involve a difficult relationship with food, eating, exercise or body image. They can affect people of any age, gender, culture or body size, and they are never a choice. Support is available. About this sheet. We have written this sheet as psychologists, in the hope that GPs may find some…
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Depression: GP information sheet
GP information sheet Depression is more than a passing low mood. It can affect how a person feels, thinks, sleeps and connects with others, sometimes for weeks or longer. It is common, and many people find their way through with support. About this sheet. We have written this sheet as psychologists, in the hope that…
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Bipolar disorder: GP information sheet
GP information sheet Bipolar disorder involves changes in mood and energy that can feel bigger than everyday ups and downs. People may move through periods of low mood and periods of high energy, with steadier times in between. Support is available, and every person’s path is their own. About this sheet. We have written this…
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Autism: GP information sheet
GP information sheet Autism is a lifelong way of experiencing the world. It can shape how a person communicates, connects with others and responds to sensory input. Every autistic person is different, and many bring real strengths, deep interests and a unique way of thinking. About this sheet. We have written this sheet as psychologists,…
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ADHD: GP information sheet
GP information sheet ADHD can shape how a person manages attention, energy, organisation and time. It can be part of life for children, teenagers and adults, and every person’s experience is a little different. Alongside the hard parts, people with ADHD bring their own strengths, interests and ways of seeing the world. About this sheet.…