AUDIT

SUBSTANCE_USE

Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test

Screening tool for hazardous and harmful alcohol consumption

10 questions·ende
Questions
1

How often do you have a drink containing alcohol?

0Never1Monthly or less22-4 times a month32-3 times a week44 or more times a week
2

How many drinks containing alcohol do you have on a typical day when you are drinking?

01 or 213 or 425 or 637 to 9410 or more
3

How often do you have six or more drinks on one occasion?

0Never1Less than monthly2Monthly3Weekly4Daily or almost daily
4

How often during the last year have you found that you were not able to stop drinking once you had started?

0Never1Less than monthly2Monthly3Weekly4Daily or almost daily
5

How often during the last year have you failed to do what was normally expected of you because of drinking?

0Never1Less than monthly2Monthly3Weekly4Daily or almost daily
6

How often during the last year have you needed a first drink in the morning to get yourself going after a heavy drinking session?

0Never1Less than monthly2Monthly3Weekly4Daily or almost daily
7

How often during the last year have you had a feeling of guilt or remorse after drinking?

0Never1Less than monthly2Monthly3Weekly4Daily or almost daily
8

How often during the last year have you been unable to remember what happened the night before because of your drinking?

0Never1Less than monthly2Monthly3Weekly4Daily or almost daily
9

Have you or someone else been injured because of your drinking?

0No2Yes, but not in the last year4Yes, during the last year
10

Has a relative, friend, doctor, or other health care worker been concerned about your drinking or suggested you cut down?

0No2Yes, but not in the last year4Yes, during the last year
Scoring
Method: Sum Score
Max Score: 40

Severity Ranges

Low Risk07
Hazardous815
Harmful1619
Possible Dependence2040

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the AUDIT?
The AUDIT (Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test) is a 10-item screening tool developed by the WHO to identify hazardous and harmful alcohol consumption and possible dependence.
How is the AUDIT scored?
Items are scored 0–4, giving a total range of 0–40. A score of 8 or more indicates hazardous or harmful alcohol use. Scores of 20+ suggest possible alcohol dependence warranting further evaluation.
Is the AUDIT appropriate for all patients?
The AUDIT is validated across many populations and cultures. However, cut-off scores may need adjustment for specific populations (e.g., older adults, pregnant women) where lower thresholds may be clinically appropriate.

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