Brief Assessment of Recovery Capital (BARC-10)

The BARC-10 is a short, self-report tool used to measure the recovery resources available to individuals with substance use disorders. It assesses various domains of recovery capital.

Overview

The BARC-10 is used to assess recovery resources in individuals with substance use disorders.

TARGET POPULATION

Adults

NUMBER OF ITEMS

10

TIME TO COMPLETE

5

minutes

FORMAT

Self-report

Scoring and Interpretation

Scoring Method: Each item is scored on a 0-5 scale, with the total score indicating the level of recovery capital.

Interpretation: Higher total scores indicate greater recovery resources.

Psychometric Properties

Reliability: High internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha = 0.85)

Validity: Validated through studies correlating BARC-10 scores with treatment outcomes.

Clinical Usage

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

Frequency: Used at initial assessment and periodically to monitor recovery progress.

Use Cases: Used in substance abuse treatment settings to assess and monitor recovery resources.

Research and References
Best, D., & Laudet, A. (2010). The potential of recovery capital. London: RSA.

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AUDIT,

DAST-10

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Brief Assessment of Recovery Capital (BARC-10) FAQS

What is the BARC-10 used for?

The BARC-10 is used to assess recovery resources.

How is the BARC-10 scored?

Each item is scored on a 0-5 scale, with higher scores indicating greater recovery capital.

Who uses the BARC-10?

It is typically self-administered by adults.

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