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Is the BDI2 still a valid assessment tool now the BDI2 NU has been released?

🧩 Overview

Yes, the original BDI-2 is still a valid assessment tool. The BDI-2 NU uses the same test materials, but it compares scores against updated normative data. This allows users to choose the version that best fits their reporting needs.

🔧 Steps

  1. Already own BDI-2?
     – You can continue using your current kit.
     – To upgrade to the BDI-2 NU, purchase only the NU Examiner’s Manual.

  2. Purchasing for the first time?
     – Buy the BDI-2 NU kit, which includes the updated manual and materials.

  3. Running reports?
     – When generating reports, choose whether to apply BDI-2 norms or BDI-2 NU norms from the system options.

📝 Additional Notes

  • The testing items and materials between BDI-2 and BDI-2 NU are identical.

  • The key difference is the updated scoring norms found only in the NU version.