Stalking Behavior Checklist (SBC)
Measures the frequency and nature of stalking victimization, distinguishing between violent and harassing behaviors.
Scale Development & Technical Details
Scale Overview
The Stalking Behavior Checklist (SBC) was developed by F. L. Coleman (1997). It is designed to measure Stalking Victimization. The scale is intended for use with Adults.
Scale Structure
This instrument consists of 25 items organized into 2 factors/subscales: Violent Behavior, Harassing Behavior.
| Factor / Subscale | Items | N |
|---|---|---|
| Violent Behavior | 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12 | 12 |
| Harassing Behavior | 13,14,15,16,17,18,19,20,21,22,23,24,25 | 13 |
Response Format
Respondents rate each item using a custom response format.
Response anchors: 1 = Never, 2 = Once a month or less, 3 = Two to three times a month, 4 = Once or twice a week, 5 = Three to six times a week, 6 = Once a day or more.
Scoring
Items are scored by subscale, with each subscale sum representing a distinct dimension.
Total scores range from 1 to 6. Interpretation guidelines:
- Mean subscale score range (higher scores indicate greater levels of violent or harassing behaviors): 1 – 6
Administration
The scale is self-administered and typically takes approximately 5 minutes to complete. It can be administered individually or in group settings. No special training is required for administration.