Dependency Self-Assessment
Validated screening instruments used by healthcare providers worldwide. These are screening tools, not diagnostic tools — they indicate risk level and suggest when to seek professional guidance.
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Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test
10-question screening tool developed by the WHO to assess alcohol consumption, drinking behaviors, and alcohol-related problems.
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01How often do you have a drink containing alcohol?
02How many drinks containing alcohol do you have on a typical day when you are drinking?
03How often do you have six or more drinks on one occasion?
04How often during the last year have you found that you were not able to stop drinking once you had started?
05How often during the last year have you failed to do what was normally expected of you because of drinking?
06How often during the last year have you needed a first drink in the morning to get yourself going after a heavy drinking session?
07How often during the last year have you had a feeling of guilt or remorse after drinking?
08How often during the last year have you been unable to remember what happened the night before because of your drinking?
09Have you or someone else been injured because of your drinking?
10Has a relative, friend, doctor, or other health care worker been concerned about your drinking or suggested you cut down?
about these instruments
–The AUDIT (Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test) was developed by the World Health Organization. It is the most widely used alcohol screening instrument globally.
–The DAST-10 (Drug Abuse Screening Test) was developed by Harvey Skinner (1982). It screens for problematic use of substances other than alcohol.
–Both instruments are validated across diverse populations and are considered reliable screening tools by medical professionals.
–Screening tools identify risk — they do not diagnose disorders. A high score means you would benefit from speaking with a healthcare provider, not that you have a specific condition.
–If your results concern you, the crisis resources page lists treatment referral services and support organizations.