Mastering History Taking in the CASC Exam: A Complete Guide
Learn the structured approach to psychiatric history taking that examiners look for in the MRCPsych CASC. Covers opening, HPC, risk, and closing frameworks.
18 min readCASC Resources & Articles for MRCPsych Trainees
Free, in-depth guides covering every aspect of MRCPsych CASC preparation — from station-specific frameworks and psychiatric assessment techniques to exam day strategy. Updated for 2026.
CASC Risk Assessment: How to Score Full Marks Every Time
A comprehensive guide to conducting risk assessments in the CASC exam, covering suicide risk, violence risk, and self-neglect frameworks.
16 min readThe Complete MSE Guide for CASC: What Examiners Really Look For
Master the Mental State Examination for your CASC exam. Learn what to observe, what to document, and how to present your findings clearly.
15 min readBreaking Bad News in CASC: The SPIKES Framework and Beyond
Learn how to deliver difficult news in CASC stations using the SPIKES protocol. Includes common scenarios and examiner expectations.
14 min readCASC Exam Day: A Complete Strategy Guide for First-Time Candidates
Everything you need to know about CASC exam day — from time management to circuit navigation. Maximise your chances of passing on the first attempt.
16 min readCASC Exam 2026: Latest Format, Fees, and Key Dates
Stay up to date with the latest changes to the MRCPsych CASC exam for 2026. Covers format updates, exam dates, fees, and registration information.
10 min readUsing the SCOFF Questionnaire and Assessing Compensatory Behaviours in CASC Eating Disorder Stations
A systematic guide to using the SCOFF screening tool and exploring compensatory behaviours such as purging and laxative use in MRCPsych CASC eating disorder stations.
14 min readWhat Is CASC? A Complete Definition and Overview for MRCPsych Candidates
Everything you need to know about the CASC exam: its definition, purpose, structure, and role in the MRCPsych qualification pathway. Essential reading for psychiatry trainees.
12 min readCASC Capacity Assessment: How to Score Full Marks Every Time
A comprehensive guide to conducting capacity assessments in the CASC exam, covering the four-stage legal test, practical application, and common examiner expectations.
16 min readHow to Discuss the Management in the MRCPsych CASC Exam
A structured guide to management discussion stations in the CASC exam. Learn the bio-psycho-social framework, chunk-and-check technique, and how to deliver a collaborative, patient-centred management plan under exam conditions.
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