The BRIEF2 (Behavior Rating Inventory of Executive Function, Second Edition) is designed for screening executive function impairment across various age ranges, specifically for children and adolescents. The exact age range depends on the particular form of the assessment being utilized.
Understanding the Age Ranges for BRIEF2 Forms
The BRIEF2 offers different forms to accommodate various reporting perspectives, each with its own specific age applicability. This multi-informant approach helps provide a comprehensive view of an individual's executive function.
Here's a breakdown of the age ranges by form:
| BRIEF2 Form Type | Target Age Range | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Parent and Teacher Forms | 5 to 18 years | Completed by parents or teachers who observe the child's behavior in daily settings. |
| Self-Report Form | 11 to 18 years | Completed by the adolescent themselves, reflecting their own perception of their executive functions. |
Therefore, while the broadest age range covered by the BRIEF2 is 5 to 18 years, the self-report component is specifically tailored for adolescents aged 11 and above within that spectrum. This distinction is crucial for selecting the appropriate assessment tool based on the individual's age and the reporting source.
The BRIEF2 is a widely recognized tool for assessing executive functions, which include critical cognitive processes such as:
- Inhibition: The ability to stop one's own behavior at the appropriate time.
- Shift: The capacity to move freely from one situation, activity, or problem-solving strategy to another as the situation demands.
- Emotional Control: The ability to modulate emotional responses appropriately.
- Initiate: The ability to begin a task or activity and to independently generate ideas, responses, or problem-solving strategies.
- Working Memory: The capacity to hold information in mind for the purpose of completing a task.
- Plan/Organize: The ability to manage current and future task demands.
- Organization of Materials: The ability to keep work space and belongings in order.
- Monitor: The capacity to check one's work and to assess one's own performance.
For more detailed information on the BRIEF2 and its applications, you can visit the official product page.
