Social Phobia Inventory (SPIN)

The SPIN is a self-report tool used to assess the severity of social phobia symptoms. It helps in identifying and quantifying the severity of social anxiety in various situations.

Overview

The SPIN is used to assess the severity of social phobia symptoms.

TARGET POPULATION

Adults

NUMBER OF ITEMS

17

TIME TO COMPLETE

5-10

minutes

FORMAT

Self-report

Scoring and Interpretation

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

Interpretation: Higher total scores indicate greater severity of social phobia symptoms.

Psychometric Properties

Reliability: High internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha = 0.89)

Validity: Validated through numerous studies correlating SPIN scores with clinical assessments of social phobia.

Clinical Usage

Administration Instructions: Self-administered.

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

Use Cases: Used in clinical and research settings to assess and monitor social phobia.

Research and References
Connor, K. M., Davidson, J. R., Churchill, L. E., et al. (2000). Psychometric properties of the Social Phobia Inventory (SPIN). British Journal of Psychiatry, 176(4), 379-386.

Related Assessments

LSAS,

SIAS

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Social Phobia Inventory (SPIN) FAQS

What is the SPIN used for?

The SPIN is used to assess the severity of social phobia symptoms.

How is the SPIN scored?

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

Who uses the SPIN?

It is typically self-administered by adults.

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