Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test – Consumption (AUDIT-C)

The AUDIT-C is a shortened version of the AUDIT focusing on alcohol consumption behaviors. It is a quick screening tool for identifying hazardous drinking.

Overview

The AUDIT-C is used to screen for hazardous drinking by assessing alcohol consumption.

TARGET POPULATION

Adults

NUMBER OF ITEMS

3

TIME TO COMPLETE

1-2

minutes

FORMAT

Self-report

Scoring and Interpretation

Scoring Method: Each item is scored from 0 to 4, with a maximum score of 12. Higher scores indicate greater risk of hazardous drinking.

Interpretation: Higher scores indicate a higher risk of hazardous drinking.

Psychometric Properties

Reliability: High internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha = 0.83)

Validity: Validated through studies demonstrating its effectiveness in identifying hazardous drinking.

Clinical Usage

Administration Instructions: Self-administered or administered by a clinician.

Frequency: Used for initial screening and periodic reassessment.

Use Cases: Used in primary care, mental health, and substance abuse treatment settings.

Research and References
Bradley, K. A., DeBenedetti, A. F., Volk, R. J., et al. (2007). AUDIT-C as a brief screen for alcohol misuse in primary care. Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research, 31(7), 1208-1217.

Related Assessments

AUDIT,

DAST-10

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Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test – Consumption (AUDIT-C) FAQS

What is the AUDIT-C used for?

The AUDIT-C is used to screen for hazardous drinking.

How is the AUDIT-C scored?

Each item is scored from 0 to 4, with higher scores indicating greater risk.

Who uses the AUDIT-C?

It is used by adults in various healthcare settings.

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