AML-R (AML-R Behavior Rating Scale)

Developer: Cowen, Pederson, Babigan, Isso, & Trost | Year: 1989.0

Overview

The AML-R is a 12-item, teacher-completed, quick-screening tool that aids in identifying children experiencing school adjustment problems. Comparison of a child’s relative position across three scales can help to identify a particular problem area and assist mental health professionals in determining an approach that will best meet a child’s specific needs.

Key Details

Grade Level

PreK-6

Assessment Type

Universal

Domains Assessed

Academic Competence Externalizing Behaviors Internalizing Behaviors

Respondent

Educator

Method

Paper/Pencil

Cost

$62.50 per 25 forms; contact provider for scoring costs. Available at no cost to researchers.

Time per Student

unknown

Items

12.0

Item Format

Frequency; Behavioral Observation

Approach

Risk

Populations

No formal validation studies found.

Scoring

Overall Scores

Total

Subscale Scores

Acting Out
Moody/Shy/Withdrawn Behavior
Learning Difficulties

Scoring Procedures

Manual; Scoring Service

Interpretive Information

Standardized (Nationally Representative Sample)

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