SAGE-SR Parent: Assess 35 Child Mental Health Disorders

What the SAGE-SR Parent Covers

Mood Disorders

Major Depressive Episode

Persistent Depressive Disorder

Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder

Major Depressive Disorder

Possible Disorders Including Elevated Mood

Anxiety Disorders

Panic Disorder

Agoraphobia

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Social Anxiety Disorder

Separation Anxiety Disorder

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

Specific Phobia Disorder

Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders

Alcohol Use Disorder

Cannabis Use Disorder

Opioid Use Disorder

Phencyclidine Use Disorder

Other/Unknown Substance Use Disorder

Inhalant Use Disorder

Other Hallucinogen Use Disorder

Sedative/Hypnotic/Anxiolytic Use Disorder

Stimulant Use Disorder

Other Disorders

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Oppositional Defiant Disorder

Tourette’s Disorder

Persistent Motor Tic Disorder

Persistent Vocal Tic Disorder

Provisional Tic Disorder

Conduct Disorder

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Possible Disorders Including Unusual Thoughts

Anorexia Nervosa

Bulimia Nervosa

Binge Eating Disorder

Why Choose SAGE-SR for Your Child?

Simple & Age-Appropriate

Easy for parents to complete on behalf of their children. Questions are age-appropriate and simple to understand. Most assessments take only 15-20 minutes, and you can skip any questions you're unsure about.

Informative & Actionable

Receive a detailed report that helps you understand your child's behavior and emotions. Get insights into potential areas of concern and actionable steps to support your child's mental well-being.

Trusted & Secure

Developed by mental health experts and used by major research institutions. Your SAGE-SR data is protected with the highest security standards, ensuring privacy and confidentiality.

Comprehensive Assessment

Our assessment covers a wide range of mental health symptoms and experiences, providing a thorough evaluation of your child's well-being. This comprehensive approach helps ensure important areas are not overlooked.

Developmentally Focused

Our assessment is specifically tailored for children and adolescents.

Family-Oriented Approach

An optional parent assessment is included to promote a holistic family approach to mental health. Understand how family dynamics might influence your child's well-being.

Your mental health matters too!

When you buy the SAGE-SR Parent assessment for your child, you’ll also get free access to the SAGE-SR Core for yourself.

Why take the SAGE-SR Core? Because taking care of yourself is a big part of taking care of your child. Understanding your own mental health can help you better support your child. It's like putting on your oxygen mask first!

The SAGE-SR Core can:

Help you spot family patterns
Give you insights into your own needs
Provide valuable context for your child's healthcare team

Your results are private, but sharing them with your child's doctor could lead to more targeted support for your family.

Taking care of yourself is a big part of taking care of your child. Ready to gain some valuable insights?

Using the SAGE-SR Parent is Easy:

Purchase the SAGE-SR Parent

For $15 USD, you get the SAGE-SR Parent assessment for your child, plus a free SAGE-SR Core. Pay easily with debit/credit card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay.

Receive Anonymous Account ID

Save your account ID carefully - it's your key to accessing the assessment. You can change it later for added privacy.

Complete the Assessment

Fill out the assessment on behalf of your child. It typically takes 15-20 minutes, and you can take breaks if needed. You can ask your child about items when you don't know the answer.

Review Your Child's Report

Get an easy-to-understand report highlighting potential areas of concern for your child. Download it for future reference.

Optional SAGE-SR Core

Take advantage of a free SAGE-SR Core to gain insights into your own mental health, which can help you better support your child.

Share with Healthcare Providers (Optional)

If you choose, share the report with your child's healthcare provider to help them better understand and support your child's mental health needs.

Administration Methods for SAGE-SR Parent

Self-Administered by Parent

Parent completes assessment independently
Benefits: privacy, time to reflect
Considerations: may miss nuances of child's experiences

Parent-Led with Child Input

Parent completes with child's input on questions
Benefits: immediate clarification, facilitates communication
Considerations: enter responses you believe are most accurate

Collaborative Approach

Parent and child go through questions together
Benefits: open communication, shared understanding
Considerations: maintain a non-judgmental atmosphere

Tips for Successful Administration and Choosing the Right Method

Create a comfortable, private environment
Encourage open and honest communication
Manage emotions: stay calm, be supportive
Avoid penalizing honesty; focus on understanding
Maintain perspective: SAGE-SR Parent was made to help understanding, not diagnose

Consider: child's age, family dynamics, time availability
Be flexible: combine methods if needed
It's okay to skip questions you're unsure about

Understanding Your Report

The Assessment Metrics section tells you how many questions were skipped and the amount of time it took you to complete the SAGE-SR.

The Downloads/Links section allows you to download a pdf of your report and view your individual responses. If you would like to view your report at a later date, you must download the PDF before leaving the page.

The Possible Diagnoses to Consider section identifies diagnoses for which you reported significant symptoms. The presence of a possible diagnosis does NOT mean that you have the diagnosis. Only a licensed clinician can make an actual diagnosis. If a red dot with an exclamation mark or a yellow dot with a question mark appears here, it means that it would be a good idea to have a clinician evaluate the associated symptoms in greater detail.

The Questions for Discussion section includes a list of topics that you have indicated you would like to discuss with a clinician. This section may serve as a reminder to you or, if you give this report to a clinician, this section may prompt the clinician to ask more about these topics.

The Endorsed Symptoms by Possible Diagnosis section shows which of the disorders are most likely to explain/match the set of symptoms you reported.

A red dot indicates that many symptoms of this disorder were reported.

A yellow dot indicates that some significant symptoms of this disorder were reported.

A green dot indicates that the disorder can most likely be ruled out at present.

Click here to view an un-annotated report

The Assessment Metrics section tells you how many questions were skipped and the amount of time it took you to complete the SAGE-SR.

The Endorsed Symptoms by Possible Diagnosis section shows which of the disorders are most likely to explain/match the set of symptoms you reported.

A red dot indicates that many symptoms of this disorder were reported.

A yellow dot indicates that some significant symptoms of this disorder were reported.

A green dot indicates that the disorder can most likely be ruled out at present.

Click here to view an un-annotated report

Partnering with Your Child's Healthcare Provider

The SAGE-SR Parent report is designed to help you communicate your observations about your child's mental health to healthcare professionals more effectively.

This structured report can highlight areas that may need further exploration, providing valuable insights to your child's doctors.

Remember, your observations as a parent are crucial in understanding your child's mental well-being.

Regular assessments can help track your child's progress and development over time, allowing for more targeted care and support.

We encourage you to share this report with your child's healthcare provider.

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Our Commitment to Your Family's Privacy

We understand the sensitivity of your child's mental health information. That's why we've designed the SAGE-SR Parent with privacy as a top priority.

All responses provided in the SAGE-SR Parent assessment are kept completely anonymous. We do not collect any personally identifiable information about your child or your family.

As a parent, you have full control over who sees the report. We strongly recommend safeguarding your confidential account ID, as it's the only way to access your child's report.

To ensure maximum privacy, we recommend taking the assessment on a private device using a secure internet connection.

Remember: We cannot recover or provide the information again if you lose your account ID. Please store it securely.

Read Our Full Privacy Policy

Frequently Asked Questions

At what age can I use the SAGE-SR Parent for my child?

The SAGE-SR Parent is designed for children aged 5 to 17. While called the SAGE-SR "Parent", any trusted caregiver is able to administer this assessment for a child.

Can this replace having my child see a mental health professional?

While the SAGE-SR Parent can help identify potential areas of concern, it is not a substitute for professional evaluation. Only a licensed clinician can determine an actual diagnosis and recommend appropriate treatment. The SAGE-SR Parent is a tool to support, not replace, professional care.

What happens if me and my child disagree on an answer?

This is normal and a big reason why we allow every question to be marked for later discussion. These questions will show up in a special box on the report which will help to highlight these items with your child's healthcare provider. The report is designed

How do I discuss the SAGE-SR Parent results with my child?

Approach the conversation with openness and care. Focus on understanding their experiences rather than labeling. Emphasize that the results are a tool to help support them better. For younger children, you might not need to share all details but instead use the insights to guide your support.

Is my child's data secure?

Yes. We use HIPAA-compliant procedures to handle and store data. All responses are anonymous and encrypted. We don't collect any personally identifiable information about your child. Only you, with your unique account ID, can access the report.

Can I use the SAGE-SR Parent for multiple children?

Yes, you can purchase and complete separate SAGE-SR Parent assessments for each of your children. Each assessment will have its own unique account ID to ensure privacy and accurate tracking for each child.

What should I do if the SAGE-SR Parent indicates potential issues?

If the assessment highlights areas of concern, we recommend discussing the results with your child's pediatrician or a mental health professional. They can provide a comprehensive evaluation and guide you on next steps. Remember, the SAGE-SR Parent is a screening tool, not a diagnostic instrument.

Will my child's school or doctor have access to these results?

No, the results are only accessible to you using your unique account ID. It's your choice whether to share the results with your child's school, doctor, or any other professionals involved in your child's care.

How much does it cost?

A single SAGE-SR Parent administration costs $15 USD. This includes the assessment and the detailed report. Remember, you're also getting free access to a SAGE-SR Core for yourself, providing a comprehensive family mental health overview.

Are there refunds?

No, we cannot provide refunds as we do not keep track of your information to maintain anonymity. We believe this level of privacy protection adds real value.

Who developed the SAGE-SR Parent?

The SAGE-SR Parent was developed by the team at TeleSage, led by Benjamin Brodey, MD, MPH, a graduate of Harvard Medical School. Our team of researchers and programmers has extensive experience in mental health assessment, backed by over $10 million in grant funding from the National Institutes of Health.

What should I do if I'm having technical issues with the SAGE-SR Parent?

Please contact us through our website at telesage.com/contact. We're here to help. Remember, due to our commitment to anonymity, we cannot recover lost account IDs, so please keep your ID in a safe place.