Analysis
The Beliefs Questionnaire is used to assess individuals’ beliefs and opinions in various areas of life, such as health, work, interpersonal relationships, and values. Beliefs are deeply rooted perceptions that shape the way individuals perceive and interact with the world around them.
Purpose
The goal of the BQ is to measure individuals’ beliefs and identify how these beliefs influence their behaviors and emotional reactions.
Scoring
The BQ includes a series of statements that assess various aspects of individuals’ beliefs. Participants are asked to respond to each statement using a Likert scale from 1 (strongly disagree) to 5 (strongly agree).
References
Beck, A. T. (1976). Cognitive Therapy and the Emotional Disorders. New York: International Universities Press.
Mahoney, M. J. (1991). Human Change Processes: The Scientific Foundations of Psychotherapy. New York: Basic Books.
Beck, J. S. (2011). Cognitive Behavior Therapy: Basics and Beyond (2nd ed.). New York: Guilford Press.