Validation of the “Darryl” PTSD cartoon test with abused children

Abstract

There is a lack of reliable and valid PTSD tests for young children that cannot read or are weak readers. The semi-projective cartoon test, “Darryl”, which is read aloud, is a measure that appeals to this age group. The test has been applied in both clinical and epidemiological studies.

Keywords

• young children
• trauma
• abuse
• cartoon test
• validation