Beck
Beck
Beck (/bɛk/) is a term used in the medical field, particularly in psychology. It is most commonly associated with the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI), and the Beck Hopelessness Scale (BHS). These are psychological tests that measure the severity of depression, anxiety, and hopelessness, respectively.
Etymology
The term "Beck" is derived from the name of the American psychiatrist, Dr. Aaron T. Beck, who developed these psychological tests. Dr. Beck is considered the father of cognitive therapy and his work has greatly influenced the field of psychology.
Beck Depression Inventory
The Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) is a 21-item self-report rating inventory that measures characteristic attitudes and symptoms of depression. It is used by healthcare professionals to assess the severity of depression in patients.
Beck Anxiety Inventory
The Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI) is a 21-question multiple-choice self-report inventory that is used for measuring the severity of an individual's anxiety.
Beck Hopelessness Scale
The Beck Hopelessness Scale (BHS) is a 20-item self-report inventory developed by Dr. Beck to measure three major aspects of hopelessness: feelings about the future, loss of motivation, and expectations.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Beck
- Wikipedia's article - Beck
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