TABLE 2

Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test-Consumption

QuestionScore
0 points1 point2 points3 points4 points
How often did you have a drink containing alcohol in the past year?NeverMonthly or less2–4 times per month2–3 times per week4 or more times per week
How many drinks did you have on a typical day if you were drinking in the past year?1–23–45–67–910 or more
How often did you have more than 6 drinks on 1 occasion in the past year?NeverLess than monthlyMonthlyWeeklyDaily or almost daily
  • A score of 3 or higher in women or 4 or higher in men is considered positive for heavy drinking.

  • Adapted from reference 23.