Scoring
The CBSK is designed to be administered individually by a test administrator using a verbal role-playing method with a multiple-choice response format. Administration of this test requires about one hour. The administrator presents the test item stem and possible response alternatives and asks the subject which response is most like what she would do in such a situation. The response is recorded, and the score (0- Ineffective, 1-Fair, 2-Effective) is entered on the line to the left of each item. These scores are then totaled and copied to the grid below.
Interpretation
Individuals will present different community-based social skill knowledge strengths and weaknesses. Of course, it is necessary to gauge whether or not these fluctuations are practically important for interventions. There are four options available to provide such criteria. First, there is the population of students with EBD from our field-test sample. Second, the scores from vocational education students without disabilities provide the most stringent guide for judging acceptable performance. Third, a slightly less rigorous standard is provided by students with disabilities other than EBD Fourth, as acceptable behavior may vary within community settings, it may be feasible to use the scores from a successful peer in the target student's own community setting as a criterion. Thus, the CBSK could be completed on a peer with a positive history to establish criteria in each of the areas Note that the standards listed for the vocational students without disabilities, the students with emotional or behavioral disorders, and students with disabilities other than emotional or behavioral disorders were established in the field-testing of CBSK.
CBSK-Female Rating Scores
Scale | Student Total | Total Possible | EBD Comparison | SPED Comparison | Nondisabled Comparison | Peer Comparison |
CBSK Total | 78 | 47 | 57 | 66 |
- You are dating a guy from school. However, the guy's old girlfriend was mad about your relationship and has been spreading rumors about you. You are very upset about the rumors. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- You and a couple of friends go out to dinner. You are supposed to clean up your table after you finish, but you go out of your way not to pick up your trash to get your waitress upset. The waitress tells you to clean up your mess before you leave. You know you should, but don't want to look bad in front of your friends. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- You are going out with a guy of a different race. Your parents found out and are very upset. They said. "If you ever go out with that boy again, you can pack your bags and leave." Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- You were looking in your mother's drawer for a sweater and came across some drugs. You thought that your mother had stopped using drugs and are very concerned. You confront your mother, but she tells you to mind your own business. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- Your dad told you that your spiked hair looked ugly and weird, but you ignored him. A few days later your father brings up the subject again. You have had enough of your father and his views on how you should look You start to argue, which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- You are supposed to be home at 10:00 p.m., but you decide not to go back until you are ready. When you return at midnight your parents are very angry. They yell at you and threaten to ground you for a month. You know you are wrong, but you really enjoyed yourself and want to keep going out at night. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- Your boyfriend called and asked you to go out. You didn't want to go, so you lied and told him that you had to work that afternoon. Later that day you see him at a restaurant He comes up to you and says. "We're history, you liar." You don't want to lose him, but feel uncomfortable explaining the lie. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- You are at a party where a lot of people are smoking dope. You used to smoke, but are now on probation and don't want to run the risk of getting into trouble. Your boyfriend comes over and offers you a joint. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- Your mother often hits you for no reason and, at times, beats you badly. You have never told anyone about the problem because you think that you would only get into trouble at home, and no one could help anyway You want the beatings to stop but don't know what to do. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- You have a close friend at school. The friend's mother found out that you have been in trouble with the law. When you come over to your friend's house, the mother tells you that you cannot see her daughter anymore. You are very hurt by the mother's comment Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- You are walking along the street and a girl about your size and age is walking toward you As the girl walks by she deliberately bumps into you and pushes you. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- Your friend always asks you to pay her way when you go out. Most of the time you have money and pay. However, one night, when you want to go to the movies, neither of you has enough money. Your friend says, "Compared to me, your family is rich. Why can't we ask your mom or dad to pay?" you think the comment is out of line. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation"
- Your parents are divorced and you live with your mother Your mother is dating a man and is very involved with him. You miss your mother and feel you should spend more time together, but you don't think she would listen if you talk about your feelings. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- You are in charge of a bake sale at school. Your boyfriend asks you to take $10 from the sale's fund, so you can go out and have a good time. You hate to say no and know you can have a good time with the money, but you also know that you can get into trouble for stealing and you are being trusted. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- You have saved money for some time in a bank account that is in you and your parent's names You have just turned 18 and want control of the account, but your parents will not allow it. They say you might "blow" the money. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- You came home early and find your roommate doing drugs. You don't like your roommate doing drugs in your home Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- Your older brother tells you that he wants to steal a car and that he will get a lot of money after it is sold. He tells you that he needs the money and needs you to help steal the car. You love your brother but think you might get into trouble. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- A friend asks you for money to visit her mother, so you give her the money. A few days later the friend pays you back and tells you she had not gone to her mother's, but had used the money to buy drugs. You are angry about the lie and that your friend used the money to buy drugs. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation"
- You want to have a party at your house. Your parents say yes, but if there are any problems they will stop the party. At the party some people begin sneaking drinks in Your parents have not seen what is going on, and you don't want your parents to get angry. However, you also want the party to be fun and don't want your friends to think you are too straight. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- You live in an apartment with a girl who smokes. You reached an agreement that the girl will smoke outside. However, the roommate always has an excuse as to why she can't go outside to smoke One day you come home and find your roommate smoking inside again and the apartment stinking of smoke. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- Your roommate asks if she can listen to some of your tapes. You say yes, as long as she doesn't take the tapes out of your apartment. When you come back you find that your roommate and the tapes are gone. You are very angry and want to get even when you hear your roommate come through the front door. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- You hear that a friend is having trouble with drugs. You run into the friend and ask her if she is having trouble. Your friend screams, "Get away from me, I don't want to have anything to do with you!" you are shocked and hurt by your friend's comment. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- You have just finished a driver's education course and want to get your driver's license You ask your father if you can get your license, but your father refuses because he doesn't trust you with the car You are angry. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- You go to a store to buy some cookies. The cookies are marked $1.99, but the clerk rang up $3.99 You tell the clerk that the price you are being charged is wrong, but the clerk says that you aren't going to get away with anything. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- You have been in trouble and were placed in a facility for delinquent children. After you are released some people in your neighborhood see you and start to yell at you to go away because you are a jailbird. You are hurt by the remarks and want them to stop. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- You work rights. One night, you come home to your apartment around 1:00 am and decide to party a little bit. You turn up your stereo real loud. A neighbor down the hall knocks on your door and screams at you to turn the music down or she will call the police. You want to have a good time and don't appreciate being threatened. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- Your roommate took some money from your dresser and left a note saying that she had borrowed the money and will pay it back later. You are angry that you can not use your money and that your roommate took it without asking. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- You are backing your car out of your driveway. As your friend tells a joke you look at her, laugh, and back over your neighbor's garbage can. The neighbor bursts out of his front door and yells. "You no-good punk, now look what you did!" which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- You live in an apartment next to an older woman who always drinks beer. You like the woman and often talk with her, but almost every time you go over the woman offers you a beer. You know you shouldn't drink because you have gotten into trouble with alcohol before, but you don't want to be rude to your neighbor. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- You have an older friend who has been in trouble with the law. You like her and want this friend to like you as well. One night the woman tells you that she is going to hold up a gas station and asks you if you want to come along and help Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- Your step-sister and her boyfriend go into your house without being invited while you are gone. When you come home you can see they have eaten a lot of your food and made a big mess. You don't want trouble, but are angry and don't want them around Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- You are scheduled to meet with your probation officer to discuss your next living placement. The probation officer calls right before the meeting to say she will be unable to keep the meeting and wants to reschedule. You are very upset because you have been looking forward to this important meeting Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- You have a history of stealing, but have been in treatment and have not been in trouble for several months. You are meeting with your probation officer and foster family, when your probation officer brings up some information about your past crimes that the family is not aware of. You are upset with the probation officer Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- You want to go to a dance on Friday night, but cannot because you are on probation. One of your friends tries to talk you into sneaking out of the group home to go to the dance anyway. You really want to go, but think that if you get caught you will get into even more trouble. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation"
- The only staff on duty at the group home was a young man who was new. After dinner, he tells you to do a job, but you don't want to. You figure you can get away with a lot and try to intimidate him. He tells you to do the job or you are going to get into trouble. You don't want trouble, but you hate to be ordered around. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation"
- You come in very late one evening so you are sent to your room by a staff person. The staff person follows. talking about the situation. You are tired and ask the staff person to leave you alone. However, the staff person continues talking. You are really frustrated and want her to stop. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- You are in an extremely bad mood one evening. You go to the dining hall and eat by yourself You take your dishes to the sink, but fail to rinse your plate. The girl who has to clean up that night demands that you obey the rule and rinse your plate and put it away. You don't want to and are angry at the girl for telling you what to do. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- You live with your mother and stepfather. You hate the arrangement because your stepfather makes sexual advances to you when your mother isn't around. You tell him to leave you alone, but he says he won't. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
- You go to a dance with your friends. You go outside by yourself, and a boy approaches you and begins to push you around. He has been drinking so you suggest you see each other after the dance, thinking you can leave without being seen by him. Unfortunately, after the dance, he sees you and says, "Alright, I'm ready to go" you really don't want to have anything to do with him. Which response is most like what you would actually say or do in this situation?
1 a. Just ignore the old girlfriend and let her say whatever she wants
0 b. Have your boyfriend confront the girl and slap her around
0 c. Threaten the girl, tell her that if she doesn't stop spreading rumors you will do something about it
2 d. Ask the girl why she's spreading rumors
2 a. Apologize to the waitress and clean the mess up
1 b. Clean the mess up and then take the tip back
0 c. Say, "Clean it up yourself idiot, it's your job"
0 d. Be sarcastic--smile and say, "Have a good day" and walk out
2 a. Ask your parents if you can invite the boy over for dinner so they can meet him
0 b. Lie, say you'll break up with him but see him anyway 1 c. Tell your boyfriend about the decision and ask him to call your parents to talk it over
0 d. Tell your parents, "I'm going out with him anyway, no matter what you say"
0 a. Throw a fit to show how upset you are over the situation
2 b. Tell your mother how much you care for her, and ask her to please get help
1 c. Take the drugs and throw them away
0 d. ignore the situation and let your mom use drugs if she wants
0 a. Move out of the house
2 b. Try to negotiate with your father on a hairstyle
0 c. Hit your dad and tell him to mind his own business
1 d. Go get your hair cut the way your father wants
1 a. Ask your parents to wait until morning to deal with the problem and then walk away
2 b. Accept the punishment and apologize for not thinking of their feelings
0 c. Leave the house because they are treating you that way
0 d. Lie, make up a story about why you couldn't get home on time
0 a. Go get drunk and try to forget him
0 b. Tell him another lie about what happened
2 c. Apologize and explain why you didn't want to go with him
1 d. Try to bribe him by taking him out someplace special that night
0 a. Dump your boyfriend and stomp out of the house
0 b. Smoke the joint and get high
1 c. Tell your boyfriend to get lost, he should know your situation better than
anyone
2 d. Tell him no, that you don't want to start smoking dope again
0 a. Hit your mom back the next time it happens
0 b. Do drugs to forget the problem
2 c. Talk to someone you can trust (like a friend, counselor, or pastor)
1 d. Ask your mom to stop the beatings
0 a. Get angry and stomp out of the house without saying anything
2 b. Explain to the mother that you have paid for your mistakes and have tried to go straight
0 c. Go out and do drugs to forget about the comments
1 d. Do what the mother says, and stop seeing your friend
1 a. Run away to avoid a fight
0 b. Ask, "Why the hell did you do that?"
2 c. Just keep walking and ignore the girl
0 d. Push the girl back
2 a. Suggest going somewhere that doesn't cost any money
0 b. Get into an argument and end the friendship
0 c. Slap your friend
1 d. Say, "No way. It is my mom and dad's money, not yours"
0 a. Just sulk and feel sorry for yourself, maybe then your mother will notice you
0 b. Try to break up your relationship so your mother will spend more time with you
1 c. Hang out with your friends to get the support you need
2 d. Ask your mom to spend more time with you
0 a. Take the money and give it to him
0 b. Report your boyfriend to the principal
1 c. Stall, tell your boyfriend you will try to get the money when the time is night, and then never do it
2 d. Explain to your boyfriend that you will not take the money and don't appreciate him asking you to steal
0 a. Ignore your parents to show them you are mad at them
1 b. Accept their decision
0 c. Take something of your parents to get even
2 d. Work up a plan with your parents to organize how you can use the money
1 a. Threaten to call the police the next time your roommate does drugs
0 b. Call the police to come and arrest your roommate
0 c. Leave the house and come back later when your roommate is done doing the drugs
2 d. Tell your roommate how you feel about drugs and ask her not to do them in the house
2 a. Tell your brother that he shouldn't steal and you won't help
1 b. Say that you won't help and threaten to tell your parents if he steals the car
0 c. Help your brother steal the car
0 d. Say, "If you want to do it, do it yourself
2 a. Tell your friend that you are upset because she lied to you
0 b. Tell your friend that you never want to have anything to do with her again
0 c. Call your friend's mother and tell her what happened
1 d. Say nothing to the girl and walk away
2 a. Talk to the people who are drinking and ask them to stop
0 b. Ignore the people who are drinking and let the party pick up
0 c. Grab one of the people drinking and slap them around to get them to stop
1 d. Ask your parents for help in getting the people to stop drinking
2 a. Tell your roommate not to smoke inside and to follow the agreement
0 b. Ignore your roommate and refuse to talk to her so she will know that you are mad
0 c. Agree to let your roommate smoke in the house
1 d. You should just move out
2 a. Calmly ask your roommate why she took the tapes out of the apartment
1 b. Tell your roommate that she can't borrow anything again
0 c. Do nothing. you are just going to have to take it
0 d. Explode at your roommate and yell "Where are my tapes?"
1 a. Go after your friend and ask her to stay with you so you can help her get
off drugs
0 b. Ignore your friend since she talked to you that way
2 c. Talk to a drug counselor, or hotline, about your friend and what you should do
0 d. Yell, "Shut up druggie. I don't want to have anything to do with you either"
2 a. Ask your father what you need to do to prove yourself worthy of getting a license
0 b. Threaten to hurt your father if he won't let you drive
1 c. Accept your father's decision
0 d. Go take the driver's test without your father's permission
2 a. Ask the clerk politely to get a price check on the cookies
1 b. Leave the cookies at the register and walk out without paying
0 c. Pound the cookies to bits with your fists, throw them at the clerk, and
walk out without paying
0 d. Pay the higher price whether it is fair or not
0 a. Break down and cry in front of them to make them feel sorry for you
2 b. Try to talk with them, "Why are you calling me names? I'm a different
person now"
0 c. Cuss them out and walk off
1 d. Ignore them and go on your way
1 a. Apologize and invite the neighbor in for a drink
2 b. Turn the music down and apologize to the neighbor the next morning
0 c. Tum up the music to really get the neighbor angry
0 d. Open the door and punch the neighbor in the face
1 a. Ask some friends to loan you money until your roommate pays you back
0 b. Beat your roommate up when she gets home
0 c. Take some of your roommate's belongings to get even
2 d. When your roommate gets back, ask her to pay back the money right away because you need it
2 a. Offer to replace the garbage can
0 b. Give him the finger and speed off
0 c. Ignore the neighbor and keep driving
1 d. Tell your neighbor that the accident is no big deal, it's only a garbage can
1 a. Don't go visit the neighbor so you don't have to deal with the issue
2 b. Explain to the neighbor that you don't drink, but the neighbor is welcome to drink in front of you
0 c. Go ahead and drink with your neighbor
0 d. Lecture the neighbor about the effects of alcohol to get her to quit drinking
2 a. Tell her that you won't help because you don't want to get in trouble
1 b. Walk away from her without answering
0 c. Agree to go along but just sit in the car and don't take part in the robbery
0 d. Slam the door in her face and lock it
0 a. Kick them out, yell at them to leave immediately
0 b. Pretend they are not there
1 c. Demand that they replace what they ate and leave
2 d. Say, "Next time please call first, and don't come in if I'm not here"
0 a. Hang up on the probation officer to let her know how mad you are
1 b. Tell the probation officer you want to have the meeting now because you are prepared and ready
0 c. Run away from your current home
2 d. Explain politely to the probation officer that you need to make these decisions and would like to meet as soon as possible
2 a. Wait until the family leaves and tell the probation officer how uncomfortable you felt with the stories
0 b. Cry and walk out of the meeting
1 c. Just ignore the comments unless you are asked directly about them
0 d. Yell at the probation officer for sharing the information
0 a. Sneak out and go to the dance with your friend
0 b. Scream at staff for not letting you go
1 c. Try to talk staff into letting you go and promise to be really good then on
2 d. Stay home and do something else the night of the dance
2 a. Do what he says and stop trying to intimidate him
0 b. Refuse to do it and accept the punishment
0 c. Push him and make him go away
1 d. Ask someone else do the job for you
0 a. Push the staff person out of your room and shut the door
2 b. Listen to the staff person, maybe she is saying something important
1 c. Tell the staff person to stop, you don't want to talk about it anymore
0 d. Let her know you are mad by giving her dirty looks
0 a. Ignore the girl and keep walking away
2 b. Say nothing but go rinse off your plate then go to your room
0 c. Go back and break the plate
1 d. Tell the girl to ask you politely to do the job
0 a. Do nothing
1 b. Try to stay away from him
2 c. Tell your mom or real father about the situation
0 d. Threaten to kill him if he touches you again
1 a. Threaten to turn him into the police if he bothers you
0 b. Kick him in the crotch and run
0 c. Go with him and do what he wants
2 d. Talk with him and slowly walk toward a group of people for protection