Conners 4 Manual Chapter 4: Overview |
This chapter provides interpretation guidelines for the Conners 4th Edition (Conners 4®). The
majority of this chapter focuses on how to interpret the
full-length form, but relevant sections can be applied to the Conners 4th Edition Short (Conners
4®–Short) and the Conners 4th Edition ADHD Index
(Conners 4®–ADHD Index). The chapter begins by describing the types of scores available when
interpreting the Conners 4, as well as some key demographic
variables that need to be considered. Next, the step-by-step interpretation sequence is
provided. The first step involves examining the rater’s response
style to determine any potential concerns about how the rater completed the Conners 4. The next
step involves examining responses to the Critical &
Indicator Items to determine if there are areas that need immediate attention or subsequent
follow-up. The last steps involve examining the scores on all
the Conners 4 scales and examining the item-level responses. A description of how to compare
results across raters and over time (including how to
determine statistically significant change) is also provided. As noted in chapter 1,
Introduction, only individuals with the appropriate background and qualifications
can interpret results from the Conners 4. See Users and
User Qualifications in chapter 1 for further guidance.