ESSENCE-Q Adult
The ESSENCE-Q Adult is a screening questionnaire for adults with 12 items addressing potential concerns about problems during early development.
19th January 2026
Notice of upcoming change to screening questionnaire access
Access to this screening questionnaire will be moving to https://essence-in.com, where use of this tool can be paid for on a per-use or package basis. This migration will be completed by the end of February 2026.
For further details, please email hello@essence-in.com.
About the ESSENCE-Q Adult
The ESSENCE-Q Adult is a screening questionnaire for adults with 12 items addressing potential concerns about problems during early development. There are three alternatives for each item: “Yes”, “Maybe/A little” and “No”.'
How to score the ESSENCE-Q Adult
Tally up the number of YES responses and MAYBE/A LITTLE responses.
Psychometric properties
The psychometric properties of the ESSENCE-Q Adult are currently being evaluated.
How to use the ESSENCE-Q Adult
The ESSENCE-Q Adult can be filled out by the patient/adult individual themselves or by a parent. The questionnaire can also be used as a checklist during an interview (conducted by a doctor, psychologist or nurse) with the patient. One (or more) clear YES responses or three (or more) MAYBE/A LITTLE responses indicate a need to examine the patient’s childhood medical history further.
