AUDIT Alcohol Use Disorder Identification Test is one of the screening instruments used for alcohol/drug assessments. Can you explain me WELL about AUDIT? I want to understand perfectly about AUDIT. I also need references for it.
AUDIT was introduced in 1982 by WHO with an idea to screen and identify people who are at risk of developing alcohol problems.
It focuses on identifying the preliminary signs of hazardous drinking and mild dependence. It is considered as the most accurate alcohol screening test with an efficiency of 92 percent.
It contains 10 multiple choice questions on quantity and frequency of alcohol consumption, drinking behavior, and alcohol-related problems or reactions. The answered are scored on point system, a score of more than eight indicates an alcohol problem.
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