BADS-C: Behavioural Assessment of the Dysexecutive Syndrome in Children Complete Kit

Now with normative data for 7 year olds

The BADS-C (Behavioural Assessment of the Dysexecutive Syndrome in Children) is a scientifically validated tool designed to assess executive functioning in children aged 7 to 16 years. This assessment is particularly useful for identifying deficits associated with dysexecutive syndrome (DES), ADHD, pervasive developmental disorders (PDD), and traumatic brain injury (TBI).

Key Features:

• Age Range: 7 to 16 years

• Completion Time: 35 to 45 minutes

• Normative Data: Based on a sample of 259 UK children, providing scaled scores and percentile ranks across eight age groups and three ability bands

• Qualification Level: B (requires professional qualification)

• Administration: Individual, paper-and-pencil format

Benefits:

• Early Identification: Detects executive functioning deficits early, crucial for timely intervention

• Comprehensive Assessment: Evaluates multiple aspects of executive functioning, including planning, problem-solving, and behavioral regulation

• Standardized Scoring: Provides reliable and valid results, enhancing diagnostic accuracy

• Child-Friendly Design: Engaging and non-threatening tasks to minimize test anxiety

Applications:

• Clinical Settings: Assists psychologists and clinicians in diagnosing executive functioning deficits

• Educational Environments: Supports educators in identifying students who may benefit from tailored interventions

• Research: Facilitates studies on executive functioning in children with neurodevelopmental disorders

Structure and Scoring:
The BADS-C comprises six performance-based subtests:

• Zoo Map Test 1 & 2: Assesses planning and organizational skills
• Key Search Test: Evaluates problem-solving abilities
• Six Elements Test: Measures cognitive flexibility
• Action Program: Tests novel problem-solving
• Card Sorting Test: Assesses cognitive shifting
• Dice Test: Evaluates response inhibition

Additionally, the DEX-C (Dysexecutive Questionnaire for Children) is used to gather behavioral observations from parents, teachers, or caregivers.

Movement Checklists:
The DEX-C includes items that assess behavioral manifestations of executive dysfunction, providing valuable insights into real-world functioning.