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NDA ABCD CCF OAI NIAAADA AMP SCZ HEAL

Behavioral Inflexibility Scale

1,418 Shared Subjects

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Clinical Assessments
Behavior
12/17/2018
bflex01
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Definition
Submission Template
Query Element Name Data Type Size Required Description Value Range Notes Aliases
subjectkey GUID Required The NDAR Global Unique Identifier (GUID) for research subject NDAR*
src_subject_id String 20 Required Subject ID how it's defined in lab/project
interview_date Date Required Date on which the interview/genetic test/sampling/imaging/biospecimen was completed. MM/DD/YYYY
interview_age Integer Required Age in months at the time of the interview/test/sampling/imaging. 0::1440 Age is rounded to chronological month. If the research participant is 15-days-old at time of interview, the appropriate value would be 0 months. If the participant is 16-days-old, the value would be 1 month.
sex String 20 Required Sex of subject at birth M;F; O; NR M = Male; F = Female; O=Other; NR = Not reported gender
bflex01 Integer Recommended My child resists having to change the way he usually does things 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex02 Integer Recommended My child takes a long time to get comfortable in new situations 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex03 Integer Recommended My child gets suck on particular activities or topics 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex04 Integer Recommended My family must instruct others how to interact with my child because he is so rigid 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex05 Integer Recommended My child insists on eating certain foods at mealtimes 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex06 Integer Recommended My child dislikes changes to his surroundings 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex07 Integer Recommended My child has trouble coming up with new ways of doing things even when the situation calls for it 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex08 Integer Recommended My child has difficulty transitioning between activities 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex09 Integer Recommended My child can be hard to redirect from things he is doing 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex10 Integer Recommended My family limits community outings because my child is rigid 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex11 Integer Recommended My child dislikes changes in the appearance of others who are around him 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex12 Integer Recommended My child is "rule-driven" or "rule-bound 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex13 Integer Recommended My child has difficulty interacting with peers because he insists that the interaction go a certain way 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex14 Integer Recommended My family changes the way we do things to avoid disrupting my child's routine 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex15 Integer Recommended My child reacts negatively when unexpected things happen 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex16 Integer Recommended My child insists we use specific routes when we go places 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex17 Integer Recommended My child becomes upset if you interrupt what he is doing 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex18 Integer Recommended My family needs extra time to get things done because my child must do things in a specific order 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex19 Integer Recommended My child insists that certain items or objects are available to him 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex20 Integer Recommended My child needs things to remain the same 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex21 Integer Recommended My child is reluctant to try new things 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex22 Integer Recommended My child prefers to do things the same way even if we show him an easier way to do something 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex23 Integer Recommended My child has trouble tolerating changes in the daily routine 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex24 Integer Recommended My child has to keep things in the same place 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex25 Integer Recommended My family avoids trying new things because my child tends to react negatively 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex26 Integer Recommended My child is bothered by changes in plans 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex27 Integer Recommended My child has trouble leaving play or leisure activities before he is able to finish them 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex28 Integer Recommended My child insists that other people play in a certain way 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex29 Integer Recommended My child insists on wearing certain items of clothing 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex30 Integer Recommended My child wants to complete specific routines or rituals 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex31 Integer Recommended My child has rigid or routine ways that he engages in play or leisure activities 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex32 Integer Recommended My child gets upset by changes that seem minor to others 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex33 Integer Recommended My child prefers to stick with one topic or activity even when it is clear that others are not interested 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex34 Integer Recommended My family has to maintain a consistent routine because that is what my child requires 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex35 Integer Recommended My child seems to have a very particular way of doing most things 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex36 Integer Recommended My child insists that the order of events or activities stay the same 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex37 Integer Recommended My child dislikes when things are unpredictable 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bflex38 Integer Recommended My child has trouble tolerating new experiences 0::5 0= Not at all a problem; 1= Very Mild Problem; 2= Mild Problem; 3= Moderate Problem; 4= Severe Problem; 5= Very Severe Problem or Extreme Problem
bissum Integer Recommended BIS Sum Score
biscifreq Integer Recommended Frequency score 0::4;999
bisciinth Integer Recommended Interference at home score 0::4;999
bisciints Integer Recommended Interference with social relationships score 0::4;999
bisciinta Integer Recommended Interference with activities away from home score 0::4;999
bisciacco Integer Recommended Accomodation score 0::4;999
bisciavoi Integer Recommended Avoidance score 0::4;999
biscidist Integer Recommended Child distress score 0::4;999
bisciscor Integer Recommended Overall score 0::28;999
respondent String 20 Recommended Respondent Mother;Father;Parent;Guardian;Teacher;Child;Self;Caregiver;Partner;Other
race String 30 Recommended Race of study subject American Indian/Alaska Native; Asian; Hawaiian or Pacific Islander; Black or African American; White; More than one race; Unknown or not reported; Other Non-White; Other
otherrace String 100 Recommended specify other race The following questions are about you or the child's family.
comments_misc String 4,000 Recommended Miscellaneous comments on study, interview, methodology relevant to this form data
informant_gender String 5 Recommended Sex of the respondent M; F M = Male; F = Female
sub_changes Integer Recommended If T1a or T2, has a significant change in circumstance (education placement, moving, family event) occurred since last interview? 0;1 0= No; 1= Yes
bisci2_1 Integer Recommended How often does s/he engage in these kind of behaviors? 0::4;999 0=Behavior occurs monthly (or less than once a month); 1= Occurs weekly; 2=Occurs several times per week; 3=Occurs daily; 4=Occurs hourly; 999=Missing or not reported
bisci2_2 Integer Recommended How often do these behaviors affect his/her ability to accomplish daily activities or tasks at home (or where s/he lives) (e.g., completing homework assignments, getting dressed, eating meals together as a family, etc.)? 0::4;999 0=No interference with daily activities; 1=Rarely interferes with daily activities; 2=Sometimes interferes with daily activities; 3=Most of the time interferes with daily activities; 4=Almost always interferes with daily activities; 999=Missing or not reported
bisci2_3 Integer Recommended How often do these types of behaviors affect his/her ability to interact with adults, peers or siblings? 0::4;999 0=No impact on social relationships; 1=Rarely affects the child's ability to relate to adult OR peers/siblings; 2=Sometimes affects the child's ability to relate to adults OR peers/siblings; 3=Most of the time affects the child's ability to relate to adults OR peers/siblings; 4=Almost always affects the child's ability to relate to adults AND peers/siblings; 999=Missing or not reported
bisci2_4 Integer Recommended How often do these behaviors occur in other contexts, such as at school or in the community? 0::4;999 0=Behavior only occurs at home; 1=Rarely occurs at school OR in community settings; 2=Sometimes occurs at school OR in community settings; 3=Most of the time occurs at school OR in community settings; 4=Almost always occurs at school AND in community settings; 999=Missing or not reported
bisci2_5 Integer Recommended How often do you or other members of your family have to change the way you typically do things because of these kinds of behaviors? 0::4;999 0=No accommodation needed; 1=Rarely has to change things; 2=Sometimes has to change things; 3=Most of the time has to change things; 4=Almost always has to change things; 999=Missing or not reported
bisci2_6 Integer Recommended How often has your child had to avoid certain things, or going certain places, because of these behaviors? 0::4;999 0=Does not avoid any situations; 1=Rarely has to avoid certain activities/events/occasions; 2=Sometimes has to avoid certain activities/events/occasions; 3=Most of the time has to avoid certain activities/events/occasions; 4=Almost always has to avoid certain activities/events/occasions; 999=Missing or not reported
bisci2_7 Integer Recommended How often does your child become distressed when s/he can?t engage in these types of behaviors? 0::4;999 0=No child distress; 1=Rarely becomes distressed; 2=Sometimes becomes distressed; 3=Most of the time becomes distressed; 4=Almost always becomes distressed; 999=Missing or not reported
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