There are various tools you can use when assessing the teen’s life to identify problem areas. The tools are designed using open-ended questions about home, education, activities, drug use and depression, sexuality, suicide, and safety.

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The HEADS mnemonic is widely used to help remember the important aspects of the psychosocial history. HEADS moves from the least to the most personal areas while building rapport.

Source: Goldenring JM, Cohen E. Getting into adolescents’ heads. Contemp Pediatr 1988; 5: 75-9

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Solve the crossword puzzle using the HEEADSSS assessment