BAI Beck Anxiety Inventory
The BAI is one of the most widely used psychological tests for measuring anxiety severity.
Developed by Aaron T. Beck, it assesses 21 common symptoms of anxiety.
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About the BAI
The Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI) is a 21-item self-report measure designed to assess the severity of anxiety symptoms. It was developed by Aaron T. Beck and colleagues in 1988.
The BAI is one of the most widely used psychological tests for measuring anxiety and is considered a gold standard in anxiety assessment.
Symptoms Assessed
- Numbness and tingling sensations
- Heat sensations and flushing
- Wobbliness and unsteadiness
- Inability to relax
- Fear and apprehension
- Dizziness and lightheadedness
- Heart palpitations
- Trembling and shakiness
- Panic and terror
- Nervousness
- Choking sensations
- Breathing difficulties
- Fear of losing control or dying
- Gastrointestinal distress
- Sweating
Applications
- Clinical screening for anxiety
- Monitoring treatment progress
- Research on anxiety disorders
- Assessing severity of anxiety episodes
- Evaluating response to anti-anxiety medication
References
- Beck, A. T., Epstein, N., Brown, G., & Steer, R. A. (1988). An inventory for measuring clinical anxiety. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 56(6), 893-897.
- Beck, A. T., & Steer, R. A. (1993). Beck Anxiety Inventory Manual. San Antonio, TX: Psychological Corporation.
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