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Beck Hopelessness Scale

The Beck Hopelessness scale is a powerful indicator of eventual suicide. It examines an individual's thoughts and beliefs about the future, loss of motivation and expectation.

3 minutes to complete

Eligibility

General eligibility to complete the Beck Hopelessness Scale includes adults 18 years of age or older who are able to understand and complete the questionnaire.

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Questions for Beck Hopelessness Scale

Instructions to use Beck Hopelessness Scale

  • Read each statement carefully.
  • Decide whether the statement is true or false as it relates to you.
  • Circle the appropriate answer for each statement.
  • Answer all 20 statements.
  • No time limit.
  • Do not think too long about each statement; answer quickly and honestly.
  • There are no right or wrong answers.
  • Do not change your answers.
  • Do not leave any questions unanswered.

Questions

1.

I look forward to the future with hope and enthusiasm.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. True
  2. False
2.

I might as well give up because there is nothing I can do about making things better for myself.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. True
  2. False
3.

When things are going badly, I am helped by knowing that they cannot stay like that forever

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. True
  2. False
4.

I can’t imagine what my life would be like in 10 years.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. True
  2. False
5.

I have enough time to accomplish the things I want to do.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. True
  2. False
6.

In the future, I expect to succeed in what concerns me most.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. True
  2. False
7.

My future seems dark to me.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. True
  2. False
8.

I happen to be particularly lucky, and I expect to get more of the good things in life than the average person.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. True
  2. False
9.

I just don’t get the breaks, and there’s no reason to believe I will in the future.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. True
  2. False
10.

My past experiences have prepared me well for my future.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. True
  2. False
11.

All I can see ahead of me is unpleasantness rather than pleasantness.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. True
  2. False
12.

I don’t expect to get what I really want.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. True
  2. False
13.

When I look ahead to the future, I expect I will be happier than I am now.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. True
  2. False
14.

Things just won’t work out the way I want them to.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. True
  2. False
15.

I have great faith in the future.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. True
  2. False
16.

I never get what I want so it’s foolish to want anything.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. True
  2. False
17.

It is very unlikely that I will get any real satisfaction in the future.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. True
  2. False
18.

The future seems vague and uncertain to me.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. True
  2. False
19.

I can look forward to more good times than bad times.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. True
  2. False
20.

There’s no use in really trying to get something I want because I probably won’t get it

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. True
  2. False

Scales Similar to Beck Hopelessness Scale

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  • Beck Depression Inventory

Here are some FAQs and additional information
on
Beck Hopelessness Scale

How is Beck Hopelessness Scale administered?

The Beck Hopelessness Scale (BHS) is a 20-item self-report instrument that measures the extent to which an individual is pessimistic about his or her future. It is typically administered in a clinical setting, either in paper-and-pencil or online formats.

What score indicates a person may be at risk for depression?

Scores of 10 or higher on the BHS may indicate a person is at risk for depression and should seek professional help.

What is the Beck Hopelessness Scale?

The Beck Hopelessness Scale (BHS) is a 20-item self-report questionnaire designed to measure a person’s level of hopelessness. The BHS is used to assess the severity of depression, suicidal ideation, and psychological distress.

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