BASC-2 Teacher Rating Scales - Child

Behavior Assessment System for Children, Second Edition

Score Report
Cecil R. Reynolds, PhD, & Randy W. Kamphaus, PhD

Child Information Test Information

ID: 123456789 Test Date: 12/11/2009
Name: Timmy Testcase Rater: Mrs Math
Gender: Male Position:
Birth Date: 02/06/1998 Time Known Child:
Age: 11
Grade:
School:

Norm Group 1: General - Combined Sex

Norm Group 2: LD Clinical - Separate Sex
Norm Group 3: ADHD Clinical - Combined Sex

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VALIDITY INDEX SUMMARY

F Index Response Pattern Consistency
Acceptable Acceptable Acceptable
Raw Score: 0 Raw Score: 104 Raw Score: 4

T-SCORE PROFILE
120 120

110 110

100 100

90 90

80 80

70 70

60 60

50 50

40 40

30 30

20 20
School Problems

Symptoms Index

Communication

Adaptive Skills
Somatization
Hyperactivity

Externalizing

Internalizing

Social Skills
Adaptability

Study Skills
Depression
Aggression

Leadership
Withdrawal

Functional
Behavioral
Atypicality
Problems

Problems

Problems

Problems

Problems
Attention

Learning
Conduct

Anxiety

T Score (Plotted)
Gen.-Comb. Sex 85 67 64 73 69 58 54 63 75 58 68 43 52 67 47 45 49 30 49 43
LD-Sep. Sex 72 60 57 62 65 52 52 58 69 46 58 38 46 56 54 53 61 38 60 56
ADHD-Comb. Sex 70 55 54 60 62 48 49 54 68 50 60 38 44 55 57 53 59 38 58 54

Percentile
Gen.-Comb. Sex 99 93 90 97 95 84 77 90 99 80 95 20 67 94 36 33 48 3 40 24
LD-Sep. Sex 97 83 79 88 91 65 74 81 99 35 77 1 41 74 65 65 84 10 82 75
ADHD-Comb. Sex 96 74 69 86 88 51 57 69 99 50 85 7 29 70 76 65 83 9 76 67
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TRS SCORE SUMMARY: General - Combined Sex Norm Group

Composite Score Summary

90% Confidence
Raw Score T Score Percentile Rank
Interval
Externalizing Problems 216 73 97 70-76
Internalizing Problems 181 63 90 58-68
School Problems 133 68 95 64-72
Behavioral Symptoms Index 380 67 94 64-70
Adaptive Skills 220 43 24 40-46

Frequency of
Composite Comparisons Difference Significance Level
Difference
Externalizing Problems vs. Internalizing Problems 10 0.01 greater than 25%
Internalizing Problems vs. School Problems -5 NS
Externalizing Problems vs. School Problems 5 NS

Mean T score of the BSI 63

Mean T score of the Adaptive Skills Composite 44

Scale Score Summary

Ipsative Comparison
Percentile 90% Confidence Frequency of
Raw Score T Score Difference Significance Level
Rank Interval Difference
Hyperactivity 28 85 99 81-89 22 0.05 1% or less
Aggression 11 67 93 63-71 4 NS
Conduct Problems 9 64 90 59-69 1 NS
Anxiety 9 69 95 62-76 6 NS
Depression 6 58 84 52-64 -5 NS
Somatization 3 54 77 47-61 -9 NS
Attention Problems 21 75 99 71-79 12 0.05 5% or less
Learning Problems 9 58 80 52-64 -5 NS
Atypicality 0 43 20 36-50 -20 0.05 1% or less
Withdrawal 5 52 67 46-58 -11 0.05 10% or less
Adaptability 14 47 36 41-53 3 NS
Social Skills 10 45 33 40-50 1 NS
Leadership 8 49 48 43-55 5 NS
Study Skills 2 30 3 25-35 -14 0.05 1% or less
Functional Communication 21 49 40 44-54 5 NS
Note: All classifications of test scores are subject to the application of the standard error of measurement (SEM) when making classification decisions. Individual
clinicians are advised to consider all case-related information to determine if a particular classification is appropriate. See the BASC-2 Manual for additional
information on SEMs and confidence intervals.
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SCALE SUMMARY

This report is based on Mrs Math's rating of Timmy's behavior using the BASC-2 Teacher Rating
Scales form. The narrative and scale classifications in this report are based on T scores obtained using
norms. Scale scores in the Clinically Significant range suggest a high level of maladjustment. Scores in
the At-Risk range may identify a significant problem that may not be severe enough to require formal
treatment or may identify the potential of developing a problem that needs careful monitoring.

Externalizing Problems
The Externalizing Problems composite scale T score is 73, with a 90 percent confidence-interval range
of 70-76 and a percentile rank of 97. Timmy's T score on this composite scale falls in the Clinically
Significant classification range. Timmy's T score on Hyperactivity is 85 and has a percentile rank of 99.
This T score falls in the Clinically Significant classification range. His T score on Aggression is 67 and
has a percentile rank of 93. This T score falls in the At-Risk classification range. Also, his T score on
Conduct Problems is 64 and has a percentile rank of 90. This T score falls in the At-Risk classification
range.

Internalizing Problems
The Internalizing Problems composite scale T score is 63, with a 90 percent confidence-interval range
of 58-68 and a percentile rank of 90. Timmy's T score on this composite scale falls in the At-Risk
classification range. Timmy's T score on Anxiety is 69 and has a percentile rank of 95. This T score falls
in the At-Risk classification range. His T score on Depression is 58 and has a percentile rank of 84.
Also, his T score on Somatization is 54 and has a percentile rank of 77.

School Problems
The School Problems composite scale T score is 68, with a 90 percent confidence-interval range of
64-72 and a percentile rank of 95. Timmy's T score on this composite scale falls in the At-Risk
classification range. Timmy's T score on Attention Problems is 75 and has a percentile rank of 99. This
T score falls in the Clinically Significant classification range. Also, his T score on Learning Problems is
58 and has a percentile rank of 80.

Behavioral Symptoms Index

The Behavioral Symptoms Index composite scale T score is 67, with a 90 percent confidence-interval
range of 64-70 and a percentile rank of 94. Timmy's T score on this composite scale falls in the At-Risk
classification range. His T score on Atypicality is 43 and has a percentile rank of 20. Also, his T score
on Withdrawal is 52 and has a percentile rank of 67.

Adaptive Skills
The Adaptive Skills composite scale T score is 43, with a 90 percent confidence-interval range of 40-46
and a percentile rank of 24. Timmy's T score on Adaptability is 47 and has a percentile rank of 36. His
T score on Leadership is 49 and has a percentile rank of 48. His T score on Social Skills is 45 and has a
percentile rank of 33. His T score on Study Skills is 30 and has a percentile rank of 3. This T score falls
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in the Clinically Significant classification range. Finally, Timmy's T score on Functional

Communication is 49 and has a percentile rank of 40.
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CRITICAL ITEMS

This area presents items that may be of particular interest when responses include Sometimes, Often, or
Almost always.

16. Eats too much. (Never)

21. Eats things that are not food. (Never)
23. Sees things that are not there. (Never)
24. Threatens to hurt others. (Often)
37. Says, “I want to die” or “I wish I were dead.”. (Sometimes)
64. Bullies others. (Sometimes)
97. Falls down. (Never)
99. Throws up after eating. (Never)
107. Hears sounds that are not there. (Never)
114. Is easily annoyed by others. (Never)
118. Has seizures. (Sometimes)
120. Hits other children. (Sometimes)
125. Has eye problems. (Sometimes)
127. Has toileting accidents. (Never)
130. Eats too little. (Never)
135. Has a hearing problem. (Never)
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ITEMS BY SCALE - CLINICAL SCALES

Aggression
8. Argues when denied own way. (Sometimes)
24. Threatens to hurt others. (Often)
36. Loses temper too easily. (Sometimes)
52. Defies teachers. (Sometimes)
64. Bullies others. (Sometimes)
80. Seeks revenge on others. (Sometimes)
92. Calls other children names. (Sometimes)
108. Annoys others on purpose. (Sometimes)
120. Hits other children. (Sometimes)
136. Teases others. (Sometimes)

Anxiety
11. Worries about things that cannot be changed. (Sometimes)
25. Says, “I get nervous during tests” or “Tests make me nervous.”. (Sometimes)
39. Is nervous. (Often)
53. Says, “I’m afraid I will make a mistake.”. (Often)
81. Worries about what other children think. (Sometimes)
109. Is fearful. (Sometimes)
137. Worries. (Sometimes)

Attention Problems
5. Has a short attention span. (Almost always)
33. Pays attention. (Never)
44. Listens carefully. (Never)
61. Is easily distracted. (Almost always)
72. Listens attentively. (Never)
100. Is easily distracted from class work. (Almost always)
128. Listens to directions. (Never)
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Atypicality
23. Sees things that are not there. (Never)
51. Seems out of touch with reality. (Never)
65. Does strange things. (Never)
67. Babbles to self. (Never)
79. Acts confused. (Never)
93. Picks at things like own hair, nails, or clothing. (Never)
95. Seems unaware of others. (Never)
107. Hears sounds that are not there. (Never)
121. Acts strangely. (Never)
123. Says things that make no sense. (Never)

Conduct Problems
14. Breaks the rules. (Sometimes)
28. Disobeys. (Sometimes)
42. Sneaks around. (Sometimes)
56. Steals at school. (Sometimes)
70. Cheats in school. (Sometimes)
84. Uses others’ things without permission. (Sometimes)
98. Deceives others. (Sometimes)
112. Lies. (Sometimes)
126. Gets into trouble. (Sometimes)

Depression
9. Says, “I hate myself.”. (Never)
12. Seems lonely. (Sometimes)
37. Says, “I want to die” or “I wish I were dead.”. (Sometimes)
40. Says, “Nobody likes me.”. (Never)
49. Is easily upset. (Never)
68. Is sad. (Sometimes)
77. Is negative about things. (Sometimes)
96. Cries easily. (Never)
105. Is pessimistic. (Never)
124. Complains about being teased. (Sometimes)
133. Says, “I don’t have any friends.”. (Sometimes)
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Hyperactivity
10. Has trouble staying seated. (Almost always)
18. Bothers other children when they are working. (Often)
26. Is overly active. (Almost always)
38. Disrupts other children’s activities. (Almost always)
46. Acts without thinking. (Often)
54. Interrupts others when they are speaking. (Almost always)
66. Has poor self-control. (Almost always)
74. Cannot wait to take turn. (Often)
94. Acts out of control. (Often)
102. Disrupts the schoolwork of other children. (Often)
122. Seeks attention while doing schoolwork. (Almost always)

Learning Problems
20. Does not complete tests. (Often)
48. Has poor handwriting or printing. (Sometimes)
76. Has reading problems. (Often)
82. Has trouble keeping up in class. (Never)
104. Has spelling problems. (Often)
110. Gets failing school grades. (Never)
132. Complains that lessons go too fast. (Often)
138. Has problems with mathematics. (Never)

Somatization
6. Complains about health. (Sometimes)
27. Has headaches. (Sometimes)
34. Visits the school nurse. (Never)
55. Has stomach problems. (Never)
62. Has fevers. (Never)
83. Complains of shortness of breath. (Never)
90. Complains of pain. (Never)
111. Is afraid of getting sick. (Sometimes)
139. Gets sick. (Never)

Withdrawal
7. Refuses to join group activities. (Sometimes)
19. Refuses to talk. (Sometimes)
35. Makes friends easily. (Often)
47. Plays alone. (Never)
63. Quickly joins group activities. (Often)
75. Avoids other children. (Sometimes)
103. Is chosen last by other children for games. (Never)
131. Has trouble making new friends. (Never)
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ITEMS BY SCALE - ADAPTIVE SCALES

Adaptability
1. Adjusts well to new teachers. (Often)
13. Is easily soothed when angry. (Sometimes)
29. Gets upset when plans are changed. (Sometimes)
41. Is a “good sport.”. (Sometimes)
57. Adjusts well to changes in routine. (Often)
69. Shares toys or possessions with other children. (Often)
85. Recovers quickly after a setback. (Often)
113. Seems to take setbacks in stride. (Often)

Functional Communication
3. Responds appropriately when asked a question. (Almost always)
22. Communicates clearly. (Often)
31. Is able to describe feelings accurately. (Often)
50. Has trouble getting information when needed. (Sometimes)
59. Is unclear when presenting ideas. (Sometimes)
78. Tracks down information when needed. (Often)
87. Has difficulty explaining rules of games to others. (Sometimes)
106. Is clear when telling about personal experiences. (Often)
115. Provides own telephone number when asked. (Often)
134. Provides home address when asked. (Often)

Leadership
2. Is creative. (Often)
30. Works well under pressure. (Sometimes)
58. Makes decisions easily. (Sometimes)
86. Is good at getting people to work together. (Sometimes)
89. Is usually chosen as a leader. (Sometimes)
117. Gives good suggestions for solving problems. (Often)

Social Skills
4. Says, “please” and “thank you.”. (Sometimes)
15. Encourages others to do their best. (Often)
32. Congratulates others when good things happen to them. (Sometimes)
43. Tries to bring out the best in other people. (Sometimes)
60. Compliments others. (Sometimes)
71. Offers help to other children. (Often)
88. Makes suggestions without offending others. (Sometimes)
116. Shows interest in others’ ideas. (Sometimes)
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Study Skills
17. Analyzes the nature of a problem before starting to solve it. (Never)
45. Reads assigned chapters. (Never)
73. Has good study habits. (Never)
91. Is well organized. (Never)
101. Reads. (Sometimes)
119. Completes homework. (Never)
129. Asks to make up missed assignments. (Sometimes)

End of Report

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ITEM RESPONSES

1: 3 2: 3 3: 4 4: 2 5: 4 6: 2 7: 2 8: 2 9: 1 10: 4
11: 2 12: 2 13: 2 14: 2 15: 3 16: 1 17: 1 18: 3 19: 2 20: 3
21: 1 22: 3 23: 1 24: 3 25: 2 26: 4 27: 2 28: 2 29: 2 30: 2
31: 3 32: 2 33: 1 34: 1 35: 3 36: 2 37: 2 38: 4 39: 3 40: 1
41: 2 42: 2 43: 2 44: 1 45: 1 46: 3 47: 1 48: 2 49: 1 50: 2
51: 1 52: 2 53: 3 54: 4 55: 1 56: 2 57: 3 58: 2 59: 2 60: 2
61: 4 62: 1 63: 3 64: 2 65: 1 66: 4 67: 1 68: 2 69: 3 70: 2
71: 3 72: 1 73: 1 74: 3 75: 2 76: 3 77: 2 78: 3 79: 1 80: 2
81: 2 82: 1 83: 1 84: 2 85: 3 86: 2 87: 2 88: 2 89: 2 90: 1
91: 1 92: 2 93: 1 94: 3 95: 1 96: 1 97: 1 98: 2 99: 1 100: 4
101: 2 102: 3 103: 1 104: 3 105: 1 106: 3 107: 1 108: 2 109: 2 110: 1
111: 2 112: 2 113: 3 114: 1 115: 3 116: 2 117: 3 118: 2 119: 1 120: 2
121: 1 122: 4 123: 1 124: 2 125: 2 126: 2 127: 1 128: 1 129: 2 130: 1
131: 1 132: 3 133: 2 134: 3 135: 1 136: 2 137: 2 138: 1 139: 1