AUDIT alcohol use test
AUDIT is the World Health Organization's screening test, used by doctors worldwide. Answer 10 questions about the last year and see which risk zone your drinking falls into. You can take it for yourself, or answer for a loved one if you know their drinking well.
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How to read your result
The score runs from 0 to 40. The WHO describes four zones: 0–7 low risk, 8–15 hazardous drinking, 16–19 harmful drinking, 20 or more possible dependence.
One “standard drink” contains 10 g of pure alcohol: about 30 ml of spirits (40%), 100 ml of wine or 250 ml of beer (5%). A restaurant glass of wine is usually 1.5 standard drinks.
The test does not make a diagnosis. It shows how closely the drinking resembles problem drinking and helps you decide whether to see a specialist.
Source: AUDIT (Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test) is a World Health Organization instrument in the public domain. Babor T. F. et al., WHO, 2001. auditscreen.org
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Frequently asked questions
Can I take the test for my husband, son or father?
Yes, if you know their drinking well. The result will be approximate: some questions (about guilt, for example) only the person can answer accurately. Even so, it helps you see how serious things are and prepare for the conversation.
Is the test anonymous?
Yes. Your answers are scored in your browser and are not sent or stored anywhere. If you want to discuss the result, you decide whether to leave your name and phone number.
How accurate is AUDIT?
It is one of the most widely studied screening tests in the world and is used by family doctors in many countries. But it is a screening, not a diagnosis: a specialist gives the final assessment in person.
What if my score is 20 or more?
Do not put off talking to a specialist. If the person drinks daily or in binges, see a doctor first: stopping abruptly can be dangerous. The first consultation with Viacheslav is free — he will help you work out the right next step for your situation.
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