Behavioral Health Review ©
As you carefully read each statement, consider if it accurately reflects how you have lived during the last six months. If the statement is completely accurate as it applies to you or almost completely accurate, use your mouse to place a check in that box. You may undo an answer by simply checking the box again. At the end of the review, you will be able to print out the Behavioral Health Review on your printer.
1. Self-Awareness |
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I have empathy and caring for others, even when I am under pressure. I understand my feelings and appropriately express them. I know myself and this helps me manage my impulses. I reflect on my experiences and this understanding helps me. I empathize with other's feelings even when they are distressed, angry, sad, afraid, or upset with me. I regularly express concern, kindness, and caring for others. I effectively regulate anger and resentment. I get along well with my friends, neighbors, co-workers, and others. I resolve conflicts. I have a good friend or partner who I care deeply for and we share a wonderful relationship. I feel close to the members of my family. I have worked through any past problems. The quality of my relationships comes first. Tasks and rules come second. |
2. Health |
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I handle stress well with humor, kindness, exercise, etc. I care for my eyesight, hearing, teeth, and overall physical health. I seek healthcare when it is needed. I do not harm myself with alcohol, tobacco, drugs, unsafe driving, etc. I am a safe person. I sleep well and feel refreshed when I wake up. I get the exercise I need for my health. I eat for nourishment and pleasure. I take supplements and medication as needed. My weight is within a healthy range. My clothes look and feel good on me. My home and car are cared for. I have simplified my life and I don't have a lot of clutter. I enjoy living in my home. It is a beautiful place of refuge where I relax and renew. I appreciate the natural beauty of the outdoors. I do not pollute or harm my environment. I do what I can to generously care for myself. I extend my caring to others. |
3. Relationships |
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I have a sense of well-being and self-esteem, even when I am stressed. I realize how valuable my interactions with others are for me. I feel comfortable in accepting others as they are. I value the inherent worth of every person. I am at ease with myself because I do not need to compare myself with others. I know how to listen in order to understand and empathize. If a problem has me stuck, I enjoy working with others to develop other options. I have a personally fulfilling lifestyle because of my relationships with family, friends, and associates. In each of my closest relationships, I create at least five positive interactions to every negative one. I find delight in many people. We contribute to each other's enjoyment of life. I discover something about everyone I meet. I am open to learning from those around me. |
4. Recreation |
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I know at least 10 activities that I truly love to do and I regularly enjoy doing them. I like TV, sports, games, hobbies and other entertainment activities ' but in moderation. I take vacations that last at least one week. I get pleasure from my days off, holidays, and vacations. I feel a sense of appreciation, wonder, and enjoyment about my life. I delight in having fun with family and friends in a variety of different ways. I read for knowledge and for pleasure. I gain real satisfaction from working with others and give my best to any team effort. I take pleasure in the opportunity to be outside, to go for walks, or enjoy outdoor activities. I laugh often. I live an enjoyable lifestyle and I invite others to share good times with me. |
5. Integrity |
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I rely on consistent values to make effective decisions. I am very clear about my values. I know myself and what I stand for. I acknowledge the basic goodness of my true self. I am a unique person with a strong sense of individuality. I don't depend on others for my identity. I don't harshly judge myself or others. I generally believe most of us are doing the best we can. I keep my commitments. I am honest with others and I do not conceal the truth from myself. I positively deal with disappointments. When I make mistakes, I learn from them. Because of my integrity, I am a whole person. I always consider my life to be of value. I always strive to live a virtuous life and I believe that I am a competent person. I look for ways to increase my happiness and I help others to do the same. If my life ended today, there would be few, if any, regrets. |
6 Purpose |
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I strive to understand the purpose of my life. My life has meaning and direction. I live in keeping with my life's purpose. I know that I can freely follow my heart. There are things that only I can do. In this regard, I am unique and irreplaceable. I value my work. It nourishes, stimulates, and inspires me. I am positively regarded for my skills. I want to continue to improve and also acquire new skills. I have goals and I know my most important priorities. I accomplish what I set out to do. I know how to use money wisely. I have a financial plan and I invest in my future welfare. Regardless of how much money I have, I live well and I live within my means. I create a balance between personal, family, professional, and community opportunities. |
7. Insight |
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My sacred experiences are important in guiding me. I seek to be inspired. I feel at peace. I refresh my inner-self by reading uplifting literature each day. I enjoy daily meditation or prayer. I keep good thoughts in my heart for others. I value the diversity of life. I enjoy natural beauty as a wonderful source of inspiration. I surround myself with beauty such as art and flowers. I feel that my life is significant. I have a grateful heart and frequently express my gratitude. I trust my intuitive instincts as a resource of valuable insight. I believe there is an abundance of love and compassion in my life. |
8. Growth |
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I am focused and able to learn, even when I am stressed. I look for ways to achieve real success for myself and others through our mutual best interests. I continually seek for my own growth through added knowledge and personal development. I believe mistakes are essential for my learning and improvement. I ask others to forgive me. It is important for me to make amends when I have offended others. I have a forgiving attitude and I forgive others so that nothing holds me back. I also forgive myself. I freely give at least 10% of my time or earnings to worthwhile causes. I understand my boundaries and needs. I respect the boundaries and needs of others. I do what I need to do and I also appropriately delegate to others. I have little unfinished business. I know true fulfillment is not about money or possessions. I am exhilarated when I create real success. |
After completing the Behavioral Health Review, you may select the print button to have your printer print out a copy of the review. The results of your review are confidential and will not be recorded by this or any other web site.
Then follow the scoring instructions below.
Scoring the Behavioral Health Review
Count the number of checks you have for each of the eight areas of behavioral health. Record your totals in the blocks below by coloring in the blocks, starting from the bottom up, in each column.
| Self-Awareness | Health | Relationships | Recreation | Integrity | Purpose | Insight | Growth |
| 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
| 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
When you have finished, take a few minutes to think about what you have learned. You can use the Behavioral Health Review like a compass to chart your future. The review can help you visualize aspects of your life that you may want to pay a little more attention to. Give particular consideration to those areas that you feel would be of the greatest benefit to you.
We all know that self-ignorance detracts from our ability to respond to opportunities and challenges. Conversely self-awareness adds to our capabilities. One of the interesting aspects about the Behavioral Health Review is that your added awareness will sub-consciously make you more mindful of opportunities that will enhance your life. You can experiment with this by putting the review away for a while. Mark on your calendar a reminder to take it again after three months. You will probably find out that you have achieved greater balance in your life.
Over the next year or so, take the review every three months and update your findings. It is likely that your scores will naturally increase. To accelerate your progress, ask a trusted friend to serve as your advisor. If you have serious concerns, you may want to ask for assistance from a licensed and certified mental health counselor.