Alcoholism (MAST) Assessment

Is your drinking considered normal, by you and others, or do you think you may be alcoholic? This quick assessment is based on the Michigan Alcoholism Screening Test (MAST), one of the most widely used, and is designed to give you an effective screening for lifetime alcohol-related problems and alcoholism.

What Is The Alcoholism (MAST) Assessment Quiz?

The MAST Alcoholism Test is a self-scoring questionnaire that individuals take to check the presence and severity of their drinking problems. The MAST Test is one of the oldest and most reliable health quizzes that you can find on alcohol addiction and abuse. Keeping this in mind, there have also been some variations since it was created. 

The above-mentioned version contains 25 questions that you have to answer. You have to answer these questions with either Yes or No. With each response, you will be awarded certain points that you can tally at the end of the quiz. You can also find out more information about alcohol use with our AUDIT-C Score.

Score Interpretation 

Here is the score interpretation that you need to keep in mind.

• MAST Scores of 0-3 Are Considered Non-Problematic
• Mast Score Of 4 Is Considered Early Or Mid-Alcohol Addiction
• MAST Scores Of 5+ Is Considered A Severe Addiction

Note: This quiz is a self-guided assessment that has been created from the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders which is the standard criteria for diagnosing mental health and substance use disorders. It should not be considered as a final diagnosis but can be your first step in determining whether your drinking habits are a reason for concern. Please consult a medical professional if your MAST test results indicate a likelihood of alcohol addiction.

FAQs

Question: What Is The Most Commonly Used Assessment For Alcohol Use?

The AUDIT-C Score and MAST Assessment are both used widely for screening Alcohol Usage.

Question: How Does MAST Scoring Work?

Each response is awarded with a point, and at the end of the questionnaire you tally the accumulated points.

Question: What Should I Do After Taking A MAST Assessment? 

If you are on the safe side (0-3) then there is nothing to worry about. However, if your score is above 5 then you should seek the help of a medical professional immediately.

Question: What Are The Methods Of Assessment For Assessing Intoxication?

Recognizing these signs and symptoms can help assess the patient’s level of intoxication:

• Incoordination 
• Slurred Speech
• Unsteady Gait 
• Stupor or Coma

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