DAST-10
Also written as: DAST-10 — Drug Abuse Screening Test - 10
A ten-item screening questionnaire for drug abuse problems, excluding alcohol and tobacco.
Full Definition
The DAST-10 (Drug Abuse Screening Test - 10) is a shortened version of the original 28-item DAST, designed to quickly identify individuals with drug-related problems. The tool focuses exclusively on drug use, excluding alcohol and tobacco, and covers areas such as inability to stop using, blackouts, guilt feelings, and complaints from others about drug use. Scores range from 0 to 10, with higher scores indicating more severe drug problems. The DAST-10 is widely used in clinical settings due to its brevity while maintaining strong psychometric properties.
Usage
Usage note: Specify '10' to distinguish from longer DAST versions; excludes alcohol and tobacco use.
In Context
- "The client scored 7 on the DAST-10, indicating substantial drug-related problems." — Assessment results
- "DAST-10 will be administered quarterly to monitor treatment progress." — Assessment protocol