Scales of the BBHI 2
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Defensiveness (DEF)
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The Defensiveness scale assesses the tendency of a patient to bias information in either a positive or negative light. This may be a conscious or unconscious tendency.
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Somatic Complaints (SOM)
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This scale assesses a tendency towards diffuse physical complaints, which are often associated with stress and somatoform disorders.
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Pain Complaints (PAIN)
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The 0-10 pain scale is commonly used, but the BHI 2's version of this is the first one to be nationally validated. This scale assesses pain in ten areas of the body.
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| Functional Complaints (FNC) |
This scale assesses limitations in the ability to function, in the form of self-perceptions of disability and handicap. |
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Depression (DEP)
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Assesses characteristics of depression including feelings of loss or grief around health problems, and perceived helplessness.
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Anxiety (ANX)
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Measures a tendency to worry, especially about physical symptoms.
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