DUDIT Calculator
Drug Use Disorders Identification Test - Screen for Drug-Related Problems
DUDIT Assessment Questions
Instructions: Please answer these questions about drug use as correctly and honestly as possible. This test covers cannabis, amphetamines, opiates, hallucinogens, solvents, sedatives, painkillers, and other substances.
⚠️ What Counts as "Drugs"?
• Pills prescribed by a doctor taken as directed do NOT count
• Pills count as drugs if: taken in higher doses, for euphoria, obtained illegally, or not prescribed to you
• Includes: Cannabis, amphetamines, opiates, hallucinogens, solvents, sedatives, painkillers, etc.
Gender (Required for Accurate Interpretation)
1. How often do you use drugs other than alcohol?
2. Do you use more than one type of drug on the same occasion?
3. On days that you take drugs, how many times do you typically take them?
4. How often are you influenced heavily by drugs?
5. Over the past year, have you felt that your longing for drugs was so strong that you couldn't resist it?
6. Over the past year, has it happened that you started taking drugs and were then unable to stop?
7. How often over the past year have you taken drugs and then neglected to do something you should have done?
8. Over the past year, how often have you needed to take a drug the morning after heavy drug use the day before?
9. Over the past year, how often have you felt guilty or had a bad conscience because you used drugs?
10. Have you or anyone else ever been hurt (mentally or physically) because you used drugs?
11. Has a relative, friend, doctor, nurse, or anyone else ever been worried about your drug use, or told you that you should stop using drugs?
🚨 Important Medical Information
• This screening tool is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice
• A positive screening does not diagnose drug use disorder - professional evaluation is required
• If you're struggling with substance use, seek professional help immediately
• Contact addiction treatment centers, healthcare providers, or crisis hotlines for support
• This tool does not screen for alcohol-related problems - use AUDIT or CAGE for alcohol assessment
• Always consult qualified medical professionals for addiction assessment and treatment
DUDIT Score Interpretation
Substances Covered
Understanding the DUDIT Test
What is DUDIT?
The Drug Use Disorders Identification Test (DUDIT) is a validated 11-item screening instrument designed to identify individuals who may have drug-related problems, harmful drug use patterns, or drug dependence. It was developed as a drug-specific counterpart to the AUDIT test for alcohol.
How Does It Work?
- •Questions 1-9: Scored on 0-4 point scale
- •Questions 10-11: Scored as 0, 2, or 4 points
- •Maximum total score: 44 points
- •Gender-specific interpretation thresholds
Key Assessment Areas
Usage Patterns
Frequency of drug use, polydrug use, and daily consumption patterns
Dependence Indicators
Craving, loss of control, and morning-after use patterns
Functional Impact
Neglecting responsibilities, guilt, and harm to self or others
Social Consequences
Concern from family, friends, or healthcare professionals
Note: DUDIT is designed for screening and early identification. Professional evaluation is needed for diagnosis and treatment planning.