What is the score range for the GAF?

What is the score range for the GAF?

• A. 1-100
• B. 0-50
• C. 0-100
• D. 1-50

Answer: (A)

GAF scores represent overall functioning on a 0 to 100 scale, with higher numbers showing better functioning. The higher end indicates minimal or no symptoms and good ability to work and interact socially, while lower numbers reflect increasing impairment in psychological, social, and occupational areas. For example, scores around the 90s suggest near-healthy functioning, whereas lower ranges indicate more significant symptoms or functional difficulties. Note that the DSM-5 retired the GAF and uses other measures like WHODAS 2.0 to assess disability, but the fundamental idea remains: a single number on a continuum where more is better.

GAF scores represent overall functioning on a 0 to 100 scale, with higher numbers showing better functioning. The higher end indicates minimal or no symptoms and good ability to work and interact socially, while lower numbers reflect increasing impairment in psychological, social, and occupational areas. For example, scores around the 90s suggest near-healthy functioning, whereas lower ranges indicate more significant symptoms or functional difficulties. Note that the DSM-5 retired the GAF and uses other measures like WHODAS 2.0 to assess disability, but the fundamental idea remains: a single number on a continuum where more is better.