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Behavioral Activation for Depression Scale (BADS) Test

Understand shifts in activity, avoidance, and enjoyment in about 5 minutes. This 25 item check-in is fast, practical, and ideal for tracking progress and adjusting therapy over time.
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Behavioral Activation (BA)
Measures behavioral activation by assessing engagement in daily activities versus avoidance and passivity over time.
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0 – 33: Low activation | 34 – 66: Moderate activation | 67 – 100: High activation
A score of 57 indicates moderate activation, suggesting a mixed pattern of engagement with some ongoing avoidance or reduced initiative.
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Who Usually Takes This Test?
Clients in BA therapy
46%OF USERS
People working with a therapist using behavioral activation take it regularly to track changes in activity, avoidance, and enjoyment between sessions.
Therapists monitoring progress
34%OF USERS
Clinicians use it to get a quick, repeatable snapshot of behavioral shifts so they can adjust treatment plans over time.
Self-trackers building routines
20%OF USERS
Individuals trying to increase healthy activities and reduce avoidance use it as a brief check-in to see whether their habits are improving.
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Behavioral Activation for Depression Scale, BADS (BAfDSB)
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52.6
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35.7 — 69.5
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What does this scale measure?
It measures recent patterns of activity, avoidance, and engagement with everyday tasks. It also reflects how rewarding or enjoyable daily activities feel.
Is this scale used to diagnose depression or determine its severity?
No. It is used to track behavioral changes during treatment, not to provide a diagnosis or a severity rating.
How long does it take and how many items are included?
It takes about 5 minutes to complete. It includes 25 items.
What time period should responses cover?
Responses should reflect behavior over the recent period specified in the instructions. When unclear, use the most recent week as the reference.
How are results typically used in psychotherapy?
Scores are compared over time to monitor progress and identify targets such as avoidance or reduced activity. Results may inform adjustments to the treatment plan.
WHAT THE TEST MEASURES
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Behavioral Activation for Depression Scale (BADS) Test

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This self-report measure is used to monitor behavioral patterns that may be relevant to behavioral activation work in depression. The Behavioral Activation for Depression Scale (BADS) supports repeated assessment of change over time rather than serving as a standalone diagnostic instrument.

The instrument includes 25 items and typically takes about 5 minutes to complete. Items ask about engagement in activities, avoidance patterns, and the extent to which daily activities feel rewarding, providing a structured snapshot of behavior that can be tracked across treatment sessions.

The Behavioral Activation for Depression Scale (BADS) may be administered at baseline and at regular intervals to inform clinical formulation and treatment planning, including adjustments to activation targets and avoidance reduction strategies. This version is attributed to psytests.org (2024).

Author: psytests.org (2024)
Literature: Kanter, J. W., Mulick, P. S., Busch, A. M., Berlin, K. S., & Martell, C. R. The Behavioral Activation for Depression Scale (BADS): Psychometric properties and factor structure. Journal of Psychopathology and Behavioral Assessment. 2007.
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