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Anxiety manifests through physical sensations and fearful thoughts that can hinder daily life. The Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI) quantifies that experience using twenty-one symptoms recognised in clinical research. Each symptom is graded by you on a four-point intensity scale, transforming subjective feelings into comparable numeric data for personal tracking or professional discussion.

This tool presents each item one at a time within a focused questionnaire and instantly adds your chosen scores. When every question is answered the reactive engine computes the total (0–63) and maps it to one of four severity bands. A gauge from an interactive charting layer visualises your result for quick interpretation.

Suppose you feel unsettled after a demanding week at work. Completing the inventory can reveal whether heightened tension sits within normal limits or suggests mild to moderate anxiety, guiding your decision to practise relaxation or seek support. Repeated use works best when scores are recorded under similar circumstances. Results do not constitute a clinical diagnosis.

Technical Details:

The BAI is a validated self-report scale that sums the intensity of 21 common anxiety symptoms felt over the previous week. Each symptom score ri ranges from 0 (not at all) to 3 (severely), producing a cumulative index of autonomic arousal and fearful cognition used in clinical and research settings.

Total Score = ∑i121r⁢i

  • Normal 0–7
  • Mild 8–15
  • Moderate 16–25
  • Severe 26–63
ParameterMeaningRange / Unit
Item score riUser-selected intensity of each symptom0–3 points
Total ScoreSum of all 21 item scores0–63 points
Severity BandCategorical level derived from totalNormal · Mild · Moderate · Severe
  • The inventory assumes honest self-reporting.
  • It screens only for anxiety, not depression.
  • External stressors may inflate scores temporarily.
  • The four-band model simplifies a complex spectrum.
  • Leaving items blank lowers the total artificially.
  • Misinterpreting symptom wording skews intensity.
  • Using the tool while medicated may mask sensations.
  • Repeating questions quickly can cause response fatigue.

Developed by Beck et al. (1988), the BAI demonstrates strong internal consistency (α≈0.92) and convergent validity versus other anxiety scales.

No personal data leaves your browser, supporting GDPR-aligned privacy expectations.

Step-by-Step Guide:

Answer each item once, then review your personalised summary.

  1. Click Start Assessment.
  2. Read the symptom statement carefully.
  3. Select the intensity that matches your experience.
  4. Use the right-hand list to revisit any unanswered items.
  5. After all 21 are complete, view your score, band, and guidance.

FAQ:

Why 21 questions?

The original BAI validation study identified 21 core symptoms that collectively capture both somatic and cognitive aspects of anxiety without overburdening respondents.

Is my data stored?

No. Responses remain in local memory and disappear when you refresh or close the page; nothing is transmitted anywhere.

How often to retake?

Weekly or monthly intervals let you track change without normal day-to-day noise. Use consistent timing to improve comparability.

Can I share results?

Yes. Screenshot the summary or print the answer table and discuss it with a qualified mental-health professional if concerns persist.

What if score is high?

Severe scores suggest professional evaluation is prudent. Contact a licensed clinician, especially if anxiety disrupts work, sleep, or relationships.

Glossary:

Anxiety
Persistent worry and bodily tension.
BAI
Beck Anxiety Inventory; 21-item scale.
Severity Band
Categorical level of anxiety intensity.
Total Score
Sum of all item scores (0–63).
Self-report
Assessment based on personal responses.

No data is transmitted or stored server-side.