5 Common Misconceptions About Behavioral Threat Assessment
When you first hear “Behavioral Threat Assessment,” it can sound intimidating—like something reserved for SWAT teams and the FBI. In reality, BTA is a day-to-day, student-centered process that any K-12 campus can (and should) weave into its overall safety plan. Below, we unpack the most common misconceptions we still hear in schools, and show how a purpose-built solution like nSide|Assess makes threat assessment practical, proactive, and people-focused.