Friel Co-Dependency Assessment Inventory – FCAI

Q: How many questions does the Friel Co-Dependency Assessment Inventory – FCAI have?

The Friel Co-Dependency Assessment Inventory – FCAI contains 60 items and takes approximately 15 minutes to complete.

Q: How is the Friel Co-Dependency Assessment Inventory – FCAI scored?

Scores range from 0 to 60. Interpretation levels: Little Need for Concern (0-20), Moderate Need for Concern (21-30), Moderate to Severe Need for Concern (31-45), Severe Need for Concern & Intervention (46-60).

Q: Is the Friel Co-Dependency Assessment Inventory – FCAI free?

Yes, this assessment is completely free. You will receive your results immediately after completion, with an optional AI-powered personalized interpretation.

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Scale Development & Technical Details

Scale Overview

The Friel Co-Dependency Assessment Inventory – FCAI was developed by John Friel, Linda Friel (1985). It is designed to measure Codependency. The scale is intended for use with Adults.

Scale Structure

This instrument consists of 60 items.

Response Format

Respondents rate each item using a dichotomous True/False format.

The scale includes 30 reverse-scored items to reduce acquiescence bias.

Scoring

Items are summed to produce a total score.

Total scores range from 0 to 60. Interpretation guidelines:

Little Need for Concern: 0 – 20
Moderate Need for Concern: 21 – 30
Moderate to Severe Need for Concern: 31 – 45
Severe Need for Concern & Intervention: 46 – 60

Administration

The scale is self-administered and typically takes approximately 15 minutes to complete. It can be administered individually or in group settings. No special training is required for administration.