Authors
Phyllis White Phelan (1987)
The BTQ is designed to assess cognitive aspects related to bulimia nervosa. Specifically, it evaluates the frequency and intensity of bulimic thoughts, including those related to binge eating, purging, and body image
What this tool is good for:
The Bulimic Thoughts Questionnaire (BTQ) is a valuable tool for assessing cognitive distortions and automatic thoughts associated with bulimia nervosa. It aids in both the clinical assessment and treatment of bulimia nervosa by focusing on the cognitive distortions that contribute to the disorder.
Type of tool
Mechanisms/Processes
Specific gender
Female
Age validated for use with
Adolescents (13 - 17 years), Adults (18+ years)
Eating disorders
BN
Evaluates
Signs and symptoms, Cognitive distortions
Delivery Setting
Self-report
Number of Questions
20
Specific Populations
General population
Approximate administration time:
10-15-minutes
Languages
Type of tool
Mechanisms/Processes
Specific gender
Female
Age validated for use with
Adolescents (13 - 17 years), Adults (18+ years)
Eating disorders
BN
Evaluates
Signs and symptoms, Cognitive distortions
Delivery Setting
Self-report
Number of Questions
20
Specific Populations
General population
Approximate administration time:
10-15-minutes
Languages