Urge to Use Scale (UTUS)

The UTUS is a self-report tool used to assess the intensity of urges to use substances. It helps in identifying the severity of urges and cravings in individuals with substance use disorders.

Overview

The UTUS is used to assess the intensity of urges to use substances.

TARGET POPULATION

Adults

NUMBER OF ITEMS

10

TIME TO COMPLETE

5-10

minutes

FORMAT

Self-report

Scoring and Interpretation

Scoring Method: Each item is scored on a 0-4 scale, with higher scores indicating greater intensity.

Interpretation: Higher total scores indicate greater intensity of urges to use substances.

Psychometric Properties

Reliability: High internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha = 0.88)

Validity: Validated through numerous studies correlating UTUS scores with clinical assessments of substance use urges.

Clinical Usage

Administration Instructions: Self-administered.

Frequency: Used at initial assessment and periodically to monitor symptoms.

Use Cases: Used in clinical and research settings to assess and monitor urges to use substances.

Research and References
Tiffany, S. T., & Wray, J. M. (2009). The Urge to Use Substances: A new measure for assessing urges to use substances. Psychological Assessment, 21(4), 489-497.

Related Assessments

AUDIT,

DAST-10

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Urge to Use Scale (UTUS) FAQS

What is the UTUS used for?

The UTUS is used to assess the intensity of urges to use substances.

How is the UTUS scored?

Each item is scored on a 0-4 scale, with higher scores indicating greater intensity.

Who uses the UTUS?

It is typically self-administered by adults.

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