AUDIT-10 Alcohol Questionnaire Assessment
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The Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT‑10), developed by the World Health Organization, is a validated ten‑item questionnaire that screens adults for hazardous, harmful, or dependent drinking patterns. Each answer scores between 0 and 4. The summed total, ranging from 0 to 40, slots respondents into four clinically recognised risk bands used in primary care.

This online tool presents the ten standard questions one at a time, records your selected frequency or occurrence, and instantly adds the values behind the scenes. When the last question is answered, a coloured pill and half‑donut gauge reveal your score, mapped to the appropriate risk category, alongside concise interpretation and follow‑up suggestions.

You might use it before a routine check‑up, when monitoring personal drinking goals, or to prepare for a conversation with a health professional. Because self‑reports can under‑ or overestimate intake, treat the result as a prompt for reflection rather than a final verdict. Results do not constitute a clinical diagnosis.

Technical Details:

AUDIT‑10 quantifies alcohol consumption and adverse consequences that occurred within the preceding twelve months. Five items measure drinking frequency, three probe impaired control and morning relief, and two capture social harm or concern from others. Unlike single‑question screens, the composite structure balances volume with impact, producing a continuous score that correlates strongly with biochemical markers, treatment admission rates, and long‑term morbidity across diverse populations, including adolescents, young adults, and older drinkers.

S= ∑i=110 qi
Total score S equals the sum of the ten item‑scores qi.

The summed score defines four risk bands. Low risk (≤ 7) generally requires only brief encouragement. Hazardous use (8 – 15) suggests monitoring and advice. Harmful use (16 – 19) warrants brief clinical intervention. Scores ≥ 20 indicate possible dependence and justify comprehensive assessment.

BandScore RangeImplication
Low Risk0 – 7Reinforce responsible drinking.
Hazardous8 – 15Recommend reduction strategies.
Harmful16 – 19Advise brief professional counselling.
Possible Dependence20 – 40Refer for specialised evaluation.
  • Assumes honest self‑reporting.
  • Reflects past‑year behaviour only.
  • Not validated for acute intoxication screening.
  • Cultural drinking norms may shift cut‑offs.
  • Incomplete answers yield no score.
  • All zeros may reflect abstinence or denial.
  • Pregnancy and adolescence require lower concern thresholds.
  • Translations may alter nuance of frequency descriptors.

Concept endorsed by WHO (1992), validated against gamma‑glutamyl transferase, carbohydrate‑deficient transferrin, and S‑MAST across multi‑country cohorts.

This concept processes self‑reported health data; usage must align with GDPR Article 9 exemptions for explicit user consent.

Step‑by‑Step Guide:

Complete the questionnaire in one sitting for the most accurate reflection.

  1. Select Start to view Question 1.
  2. Choose the answer that best matches your behaviour, then continue.
  3. Use the side list to revisit any item before the final submission.
  4. After the last response, review the coloured gauge and numeric score.
  5. Save or print the summary if you plan to discuss results with a professional.

FAQ:

How is the score calculated?

The tool adds the numeric value assigned to each of the ten answers, then matches the total against predefined risk bands.

Can I change an answer?

Yes. Click any question in the side list to reopen it and select a new response before finishing.

Is my data stored?

No. All inputs remain inside your browser session and disappear when you close the page.

What if I score high?

Consider booking an appointment with your primary care provider or an addiction specialist for a full assessment.

Does the test suit teenagers?

AUDIT‑10 was validated in adults; practitioners often use adjusted cut‑offs or dedicated adolescent tools for under‑18 users.

Glossary:

AUDIT‑10
Ten‑item alcohol‑use screening questionnaire.
Risk Band
Category defined by total score range.
Hazardous Use
Drinking pattern raising future harm likelihood.
Harmful Use
Intake already causing health or social damage.
Dependence
Compulsion to drink despite negative outcomes.