BADS: Behavioural Assessment of the Dysexecutive Syndrome Scoring Sheets

The Behavioural Assessment of the Dysexecutive Syndrome (BADS) Scoring Sheets are standardized tools used to evaluate executive functioning difficulties in individuals aged 16–87 exhibiting dysexecutive syndrome. As part of the BADS assessment battery, these scoring sheets are essential for recording performance on six ecologically valid subtests and calculating overall profile scores. The BADS is highly regarded for predicting everyday functional challenges and guiding rehabilitation in conditions such as traumatic brain injury and neurological disorders.

Benefits

Ecological Validity
Assesses planning, problem-solving, and behavioral adaptation in everyday-like tasks—outperforming traditional, abstract executive tests.

Reliable and Standardized Scoring
Includes detailed scoring sheets that yield individual and total profile scores, with normative classification ranges (impaired to superior) .

Guided Professional Use
Structured sheets assist examiners through each subtest sequence and ensure consistent administration.

Supports Rehabilitation Planning
Results provide insight into everyday executive dysfunction, helping tailor interventions in clinical and rehab settings.

Key Features

Age Range
Designed for 16–87 years, suitable for TBI, stroke, dementia, schizophrenia, and other dysexecutive conditions.

Subtest Coverage
Includes scoring sheets for six BADS subtests—Rule Shift Cards, Action Program, Key Search, Temporal Judgment, Zoo Map, and Modified Six Elements—as well as space to record DEX Questionnaire scores.

Format & Quantity
Pack of 25 scoring sheets, formatted for manual, structured input by trained professionals.

Qualification Level
Level C/B administration only — requires professional qualifications (e.g., clinical psychologist, occupational therapist) and accredited training