Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale – Positive (BPRS)

The BPRS is a rating scale which a clinician or researcher may use to measure psychiatric symptoms such as depression, anxiety, hallucinations, and unusual behavior. Each symptom is rated 1-7 and depending on the version, between a total of 18-24 symptoms are scored.

Overview

The BPRS is used to measure psychiatric symptoms such as depression, anxiety, hallucinations, and unusual behavior.

TARGET POPULATION

Adults

NUMBER OF ITEMS

18-24

TIME TO COMPLETE

20-30

minutes

FORMAT

Clinician-administered

Scoring and Interpretation

Scoring Method: Each symptom is rated on a scale of 1-7, with higher scores indicating greater severity.

Interpretation: Higher total scores indicate greater severity of psychiatric symptoms.

Psychometric Properties

Reliability: High internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha = 0.87)

Validity: Validated through numerous studies correlating BPRS scores with clinical diagnoses.

Clinical Usage

Administration Instructions: 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 psychiatric symptoms.

Research and References
Overall, J. E., & Gorham, D. R. (1962). The Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale. Psychological Reports, 10(3), 799-812.

Related Assessments

PANSS,

HAM-D

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Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale – Positive (BPRS) FAQS

What is the BPRS used for?

The BPRS is used to measure psychiatric symptoms.

How is the BPRS scored?

Each symptom is rated on a scale of 1-7, with higher scores indicating greater severity.

Who uses the BPRS?

It is typically administered by clinicians or researchers.

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