BISBAS - Behavioral inhibition/activation
Carver & White (1994, original version), Franken, Muris & Rassin (2005, Dutch adaptation)
Goal
Measures 2 different motivational systems: punishment sensitivity (Behavioral Inhibition System) and reward sensitivity (Behavioral Activation System).
Scales
4 subscales: BIS, BAS Drive, BAS Fun seeking, BAS Reward responsiveness
Scores
Items are rated on a 4-point scale (1-4).
Subscale scores: Sum of item scores for relevant subscales.
Standards
3 standard categories: limited, average, strong.
Norm group: Dutch-speaking non-clinical population.
Instructions
In the questionnaire below you will find a number of statements with which you can agree or disagree.
For each statement, indicate to what extent you agree or disagree with it.
Try to answer as honestly as possible, there are no right or wrong answers.
Answer each statement as if it were the only statement. In other words, you don't have to take your previous answers into account.
Check the answer that suits you best.