Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

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Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

The Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST) is a 28-item self-report scale that consists of “yes” or “no” questions that parallel those of the Michigan Alcoholism Screening Test (MAST). The easy-to-use Web-based interactive tool can help reveal symptoms of drug addiction. As with all the self-assessment tools, especially if the result indicates a “definite” drug abuse problem, talk with your doctor about your drug use.

To take this test, carefully read each statement and decide whether your answer is yes or no. Please select the best answer that reflects how each statement applies over your whole life.

Please note: This test will only be scored correctly if you answer each one of the questions.

Drug Abuse Screening Test Answer

Congratulations! You do not appear to be experiencing any signs of drug abuse at this time. If you feel this may be in error, we recommend you contact your healthcare provider for a more accurate diagnosis.

Drug Abuse Screening Test Answer

You appear to be experiencing a low level of drug abuse. You may wish to monitor your drug use and reassess it at a later time by taking this screening test again. Or seek a healthcare provider for further assessment.

Drug Abuse Screening Test Answer

You appear to be experiencing a moderate level of drug abuse. You may benefit from contacting your healthcare provider for further investigation of your drug use.

Drug Abuse Screening Test Answer

You may be experiencing a substantial level of drug abuse. We recommend you contact your healthcare provider for further investigation of your drug use.

Drug Abuse Screening Test Answer

You appear to be experiencing a severe level of drug abuse. We recommend you contact your healthcare provider for further investigation and intensive assessment of your drug use.

Yes No	Have you used drugs other than those required for medical reasons?
Yes No	Have you abused prescription drugs?
Yes No	Do you abuse more than one drug at a time?
Yes No	Can you get through the week without using drugs?
Yes No	Are you always able to stop using drugs when you want to?
Yes No	Have you had "blackouts" or "flashbacks" as a result of drug use?
Yes No	Do you ever feel bad or guilty about your drug use?
Yes No	Does your spouse (or parents) ever complain about your involvement with drugs?
Yes No	Has drug abuse created problems between you and your spouse or your parents?
Yes No	Have you lost friends because of your use of drugs?
Yes No	Have you neglected your family because of your use of drugs?
Yes No	Have you been in trouble at work because of your use of drugs?
Yes No	Have you lost a job because of drug abuse?
Yes No	Have you gotten into fights when under the influence of drugs?
Yes No	Have you engaged in illegal activities in order to obtain drugs?
Yes No	Have you been arrested for possession of illegal drugs?
Yes No	Have you ever experienced withdrawal symptoms (felt sick) when you stopped taking drugs?
Yes No	Have you had medical problems as a result of your drug use (e.g., memory loss, hepatitis, convulsions, bleeding, etc.)?
Yes No	Have you gone to anyone for help for a drug problem?
Yes No	Have you been involved in a treatment program especially related to drug use?