AUDIT
Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test
Instructions: Please answer the following questions as honestly as possible. For the purpose of this screening, a "standard drink" is defined as one 12 oz beer, one 5 oz glass of wine, or one 1.5 oz shot of spirits.
Questions
(0-4) Score
1. How often do you have a drink containing alcohol?
(0) Never, (1) Monthly or less, (2) 2-4 times/month, (3) 2-3 times/week, (4) 4 or more times/week
2. How many drinks containing alcohol do you have on a typical day when you are drinking?
(0) 1 or 2, (1) 3 or 4, (2) 5 or 6, (3) 7 to 9, (4) 10 or more
3. How often do you have six or more drinks on one occasion?
(0) Never, (1) Less than monthly, (2) Monthly, (3) Weekly, (4) Daily 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?
(0) Never, (1) Less than monthly, (2) Monthly, (3) Weekly, (4) Daily or almost daily
5. How often during the last year have you failed to do what was normally expected from you because of drinking?
(0) Never, (1) Less than monthly, (2) Monthly, (3) Weekly, (4) Daily 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?
(0) Never, (1) Less than monthly, (2) Monthly, (3) Weekly, (4) Daily or almost daily
7. How often during the last year have you had a feeling of guilt or remorse after drinking?
(0) Never, (1) Less than monthly, (2) Monthly, (3) Weekly, (4) Daily or almost daily
8. How often during the last year have you been unable to remember what happened the night before because you had been drinking?
(0) Never, (1) Less than monthly, (2) Monthly, (3) Weekly, (4) Daily or almost daily
9. Have you or someone else been injured a23s a result of your drinking?
(0) No, (2) Yes, but not in the last year, (4) Yes, during the last year
10. Has a relative or friend or a doctor or another health worker been concerned about your drinking or suggested you cut down?
(0) No, (2) Yes, but not in the last year, (4) Yes, during the last year
How to Calculate Your Score
Add up the points for each question based on your answers (0 to 4 points per question). Your total score will be between 0 and 40.
What Your Score Means
0–7: Low Risk. Your drinking habits are generally considered within a low-risk range.
8–15: Moderate Risk. This score suggests hazardous or harmful alcohol use. It may be beneficial to look at your relationship with alcohol and consider cutting back.
16–19: High Risk. This score indicates a high level of risk or harmful use. We recommend discussing these results with a healthcare provider or therapist.
20–40: Referral Suggested. A score in this range strongly suggests alcohol dependence. It is highly recommended to seek professional medical or therapeutic support.
Important: Alcohol withdrawal can be dangerous if not managed correctly. If you are a heavy daily drinker, please consult with a medical professional before stopping alcohol use abruptly. If you are in immediate distress or having thoughts of hurting yourself, please reach out for support. You are not alone, and help is available 24/7.
Call or Text: Dial 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741.
Emergency: Call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.
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Credits & Citations
Source: Saunders JB, Aasland OG, Babor TF, de la Fuente JR, Grant M. Development of the Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT): WHO Collaborative Project on Early Detection of Persons with Harmful Alcohol Consumption--II. Addiction. 1993. The AUDIT is in the public domain and free for use.
