Using the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire in practice

Abstract

This article is intended to draw the attention of any practitioners who are unaware of the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ) to this excellent and accessible resource. It is an instrument that lends itself to the evaluation of practice by any qualified practitioner, health visitor, teacher, social worker, community nurse, school nurse or researcher who wishes, with the parents' permission, to understand whether their work with a child's family or teachers is having the desired impact. It is brief and straightforward to administer and is readily accessible online. This article explores the SDQ and its usefulness.