What is an example of a behavioral screening tool specifically for social skills?

The Child Behavior Checklist (CBCL) is a well-established tool used for assessing various behavioral and emotional problems in children, including aspects related to social skills. It focuses on gathering reports from parents or guardians about the child’s behavior, thoughts, and feelings, helping to identify social, emotional, and behavioral disorders. Its comprehensive nature allows for the detection of social skills deficits, making it a suitable choice for evaluating a child's social competence.

Other tools mentioned, while valuable in their respective scopes, do not specifically focus on social skills. For instance, the Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ) primarily assess developmental milestones rather than specific behavioral traits. The Behavior Assessment System for Children (BASC) does offer insights into numerous areas of behavior and emotions, but is more extensive in its scope than just focusing on social skills. Similarly, the Pediatric Symptom Checklist (PSC) is geared towards identifying psychosocial problems in children and does not target social skills directly.