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Bermond-Vorst Alexithymia Scale - Form B

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Bermond-Vorst Alexithymia Scale - Form B
Clinical Assessments
Questionnaire
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Definition
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Query Element Name Data Type Size Required Description Value Range Notes Aliases
subjectkey GUID Required The NDAR Global Unique Identifier (GUID) for research subject NDAR*
src_subject_id String 20 Required Subject ID how it's defined in lab/project
interview_age Integer Required Age in months at the time of the interview/test/sampling/imaging. 0::1440 Age is rounded to chronological month. If the research participant is 15-days-old at time of interview, the appropriate value would be 0 months. If the participant is 16-days-old, the value would be 1 month.
interview_date Date Required Date on which the interview/genetic test/sampling/imaging/biospecimen was completed. MM/DD/YYYY
sex String 20 Required Sex of subject at birth M;F; O; NR M = Male; F = Female; O=Other; NR = Not reported gender
Query bvaq_analyzing Integer Required Analyzing
Query bvaq_analyzing_ts Float Required Analyzing T score
Query bvaq_emotionalizing Integer Required Emotionalizing
Query bvaq_emotionalizing_ts Float Required Emotionalizing T score
Query bvaq_fantasizing Integer Required Fantasizing
Query bvaq_fantasizing_ts Float Required Fantasizing T score
Query bvaq_identifying Integer Required Identifying
Query bvaq_identifying_ts Float Required Identifying T score
Query bvaq_verbalizing Integer Required Verbalizing
Query bvaq_verbalizing_ts Float Required Verbalizing T score
Query bvaq_total Float Required BVAQ Total score
Query bvaq1 Integer Recommended 1. I find it difficult to express my feelings verbally. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq2 Integer Recommended 2. Before I fall asleep, I imagine all kinds of events, encounters and conversations. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq3 Integer Recommended 3. When I am upset, I know whether I am afraid or sad or angry. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq4 Integer Recommended 4. When something unexpected happens, I remain calm and unmoved. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq5 Integer Recommended 5. I hardly ever consider my feelings. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq6 Integer Recommended 6. I like to tell others about how I feel. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq7 Integer Recommended 7. I have few daydreams and fantasies. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq8 Integer Recommended 8. When I am tense, it remains unclear from which of my feelings this comes. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq9 Integer Recommended 9. When I see somebody crying uncontrollably, I remain unmoved. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq10 Integer Recommended 10. You should try to figure out feelings. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq11 Integer Recommended 11. Even with a friend, I find it difficult to talk about my feelings. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq12 Integer Recommended 12. I often use my imagination. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq13 Integer Recommended 13. When things get to be a bit overwhelming, I usually understand why. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq14 Integer Recommended 14. When friends around me argue violently, I become emotional. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq15 Integer Recommended 15. When I feel uncomfortable, I will not trouble myself even more by asking myself why. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq16 Integer Recommended 16. When I want to express how unhappy I feel, I find it easy to find the right words. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq17 Integer Recommended 17. I have little interest in fantasies and weird stories. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq18 Integer Recommended 18. When I feel good, it remains unclear as to whether I am cheerful or elated or happy. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq19 Integer Recommended 19. Often emotions well up inside me unexpectedly. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq20 Integer Recommended 20. When I feel uneasy, I try to find out why I feel that way. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq21 Integer Recommended 21. People often say that I should talk more about my feelings. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq22 Integer Recommended 22. I hardly ever fantasize. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq23 Integer Recommended 23. I do not know what is on my mind. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq24 Integer Recommended 24. Even when others are wildly enthusiastic about something, I remain unmoved. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq25 Integer Recommended 25. There is not much to understand as far as emotions are concerned. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq26 Integer Recommended 26. When I am upset by something, I talk with others about my feelings. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq27 Integer Recommended 27. I like to think up unusual imaginative stories. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq28 Integer Recommended 28. When I feel unhappy, I know whether I am afraid or dejected or sad. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq29 Integer Recommended 29. Unexpected events often overwhelm me with emotion. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq30 Integer Recommended 30. I think that you should keep in tune with your feelings. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq31 Integer Recommended 31. I can express my feelings verbally. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq32 Integer Recommended 32. I think that fantasizing about imaginary things or events is a waste of time. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq33 Integer Recommended 33. When I am hard on myself, it remains unclear to me whether I am sad or afraid or unhappy. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq34 Integer Recommended 34. I accept disappointments without emotion. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq35 Integer Recommended 35. I find it strange that others analyze their emotions so often. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq36 Integer Recommended 36. When I talk to people, I prefer to talk about daily activities rather than about my emotions. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq37 Integer Recommended 37. When I don't have much to do, I daydream. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq38 Integer Recommended 38. When I am in a sunny mood, I know whether I am enthusiastic or cheerful or elated. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq39 Integer Recommended 39. When I see someone else sobbing heavily, I feel sadness well up inside me. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Query bvaq40 Integer Recommended 40. When I am nervous, I want to know exactly where that feeling comes from. 1::5 1 = This definitely applies; 5= This not at all applies
Data Structure

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  • Element Name: This is the standard element name
  • Data Type: Which type of data this element is, e.g. String, Float, File location.
  • Size: If applicable, the character limit of this element
  • Required: This column displays whether the element is Required for valid submissions, Recommended for valid submissions, Conditional on other elements, or Optional
  • Description: A basic description
  • Value Range: Which values can appear validly in this element (case sensitive for strings)
  • Notes: Expanded description or notes on coding of values
  • Aliases: A list of currently supported Aliases (alternate element names)
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