Brief Symptom Inventory (BSI)

The BSI is a self-report inventory designed to measure psychological distress and psychiatric disorders. It evaluates a broad range of symptoms, including depression, anxiety, and somatization.

Overview

The BSI is used to assess psychological distress and psychiatric disorders.

TARGET POPULATION

Adults

NUMBER OF ITEMS

53

TIME TO COMPLETE

8-10

minutes

FORMAT

Self-report

Scoring and Interpretation

Scoring Method: Each item is scored on a 0-4 scale, with the total score indicating the severity of distress.

Interpretation: Higher total scores indicate greater severity of psychological distress.

Psychometric Properties

Reliability: High internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha = 0.92)

Validity: Validated through numerous studies correlating BSI scores with clinical assessments of psychological distress.

Clinical Usage

Administration Instructions: Self-administered or administered by a clinician.

Frequency: Used at initial assessment and periodically to monitor symptoms.

Use Cases: Used in clinical and research settings to assess and monitor psychological distress.

Research and References
Derogatis, L. R., & Melisaratos, N. (1983). The Brief Symptom Inventory: an introductory report. Psychological Medicine, 13(3), 595-605.

Related Assessments

SCL-90,

DASS

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Brief Symptom Inventory (BSI) FAQS

What is the BSI used for?

The BSI is used to assess psychological distress and psychiatric disorders.

How is the BSI scored?

Each item is scored on a 0-4 scale, with higher scores indicating greater severity.

Who uses the BSI?

It is typically self-administered by adults.

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