Inventory Description

The Buss-Durkee Hostility Inventory (BDHI-75) is a psychological assessment tool designed to measure levels of hostility and aggression in individuals. The BDHI-75 consists of 75 questions that examine various aspects of hostility, such as physical aggression, verbal aggression, anger, irritability, suspicion, and guilt.

Data Analysis and Usage

Data from the BDHI-75 are used to analyze hostility and aggression across different populations and to explore the relationship between aggressive behavior and other psychological or social factors. Analyses often involve using statistical methods to identify group differences and assess the effectiveness of interventions aimed at reducing aggression.

Objective

The primary objective of the BDHI-75 is to identify and quantify hostility and aggression in individuals for use in psychological diagnosis and research. The tool aids in recognizing behavioral tendencies that may impact an individual’s personal and social functioning.

Calibration

The BDHI-75 scale uses a simple “Yes” or “No” response format for each statement, with responses corresponding to various subscales of hostility. Total scores are calculated by summing the positive responses, providing an overall estimate of an individual’s level of hostility. The subscales include various forms of aggression, such as physical and verbal aggression.

Bibliography

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