What Does the Brazelton Scale Assess

The Brazelton Neonatal Behavioral Assessment Scale (NBAS) analyzes the development of babies from birth to two months of age, with respect to four key development tasks: control of autonomic and motor systems, state of consciousness, and social interaction.

What does the Brazelton scale test?

The scale assesses the quality of the baby’s tone, activity level, and reflexes. Once the baby can manage motor behavior, she will be ready to tackle the next sphere in her developmental agenda: “state” regulation.

How is the Brazelton Neonatal Assessment Scale administered?

Neonatal Behavior Assessment Scale—Kansas Supplements. The Brazelton Neonatal Behavior Assessment Scale (Brazelton 1973) was administered to each infant midway between feedings in a sleep state prior to and following the 10-day stimulation period.