Drug Abuse and Addiction Test – Modified CAGE Screen
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1. Have you ever thought you should Cut down on your drinking or drug use? |
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2. Have you ever felt Annoyed when people have commented on your drinking or drug use? |
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3. Have you ever felt Guilty or badly about your drinking or drug use? |
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4. Have you ever used drugs or alcohol first thing in the morning to Ease your withdrawal symptoms? |
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This is a modified version of the alcohol abuse CAGE test adapted for drug abuse screening.
Your Score:
If you scored 1, there is a 75% chance you are addicted to drugs or alcohol.
If you scored 2, there is an 85% chance you are addicted to drugs or alcohol.
If you scored 3, there is a 95% chance you are addicted to drugs or alcohol.
If you scored 4, there is a 99% chance you are addicted to drugs or alcohol.
No single test is completely accurate. You should always consult your physician when making decisions about your health.
Reference
- Brown, R. L., & Rounds, L. A., Conjoint screening questionnaires for alcohol and other drug abuse: criterion validity in a primary care practice. Wis Med J, 1995. 94(3): p. 135-40.
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Reference: "I Want to Change My Life" by Dr. S. Melemis. www.IWantToChangeMyLife.org