Only a limited
number of well - validated screens suitable for use in primary care for
broad screening
of family psychosocial risk and family support and functioning are available, although a few show promise.54 — 56 There are screening measures for specific psychosocial stressors, such as maternal depression, and these have been shown to be feasible in pediatric settings.57, 58 Family screening for psychosocial risk within pediatric settings, however, raises a
number of dilemmas, including concerns about liability and
payment and who is responsible for an adult's well - being after a problem is detected.59