The 5 Best Alcohol Use Disorder Detection Tests Ever

CAGE: Simple self-assessment to identify potential alcohol issues.

MAST: Comprehensive 24-question test for thorough alcohol screening.

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AUDIT: Quick and reliable alcohol screening test for all.

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AUDIT-C: Short yet effective test to detect AUD cases.

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ADS: In-depth 15-question assessment to evaluate alcohol severity.

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Choose wisely: Consider test length, comprehensiveness, and availability.

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MAST: Extensive test for comprehensive evaluation of alcohol use.

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CAGE: User-friendly questionnaire to assess alcohol consumption patterns.

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AUDIT-C: Brief assessment with significant effectiveness in identifying AUD.

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AUDIT: Renowned for simplicity and quick completion time.

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ADS: Thorough evaluation tool to assess severity of alcohol dependence.

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