The Use of the Clinical Global Impressions Scale in Psychosocial Interventions for Autism Characteristics: A Systematic Review.
Magdalena Glod, Victoria Grahame, Jacqui Rodgers
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In 30 seconds
This systematic review evaluated the use of the Clinical Global Impressions (CGI) scale in 22 studies assessing psychosocial interventions for autism characteristics. The findings revealed significant inconsistencies in the application and scoring of the CGI scale, which undermined its reliability and validity as an outcome measure. The review highlights the need for standardisation in using the CGI scale to effectively evaluate intervention outcomes.
Key findings
- 22 primary studies utilized the CGI scale to assess psychosocial interventions for autism.
- Inconsistencies in constructs measured and scoring methods limited the CGI scale's reliability.
- The lack of standardisation hampers conclusions regarding the effectiveness of interventions.
Why it matters
Standardised outcome measures are crucial for accurately assessing the effectiveness of psychosocial interventions in autism. Without consistency, it becomes challenging to draw reliable conclusions from research, potentially impacting clinical practice and patient care.