AUDIT
Also written as: AUDIT — Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test
Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test; standardized screening tool for alcohol use problems.
Full Definition
The Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test is a 10-item validated screening instrument developed by the World Health Organization to identify individuals with hazardous drinking, harmful drinking, or alcohol dependence. The AUDIT assesses alcohol consumption patterns, drinking behaviors, and alcohol-related problems over the past year. Scores range from 0-40, with different score ranges indicating low risk, hazardous drinking, harmful drinking, or possible alcohol dependence, making it valuable for both clinical screening and research applications.
Usage
Usage note: Always spell out on first use: Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT). Note this differs from financial auditing.
In Context
- "The AUDIT score of 16 indicated harmful alcohol use requiring brief intervention." — Clinical assessment report
- "Primary care providers use the AUDIT as a standard screening tool during annual examinations." — Healthcare protocol document