ScoreDegree of Problems Related to Drug AbuseSuggested Action
0No Problems ReportedNone At This Time
1–2Low LevelMonitor, Reassess At A Later Date
3–5Moderate LevelFurther Investigation
6–8Substantial LevelIntensive Assessment

Source: Adapted from Addictive Behaviors, 7(4), Skinner, H.A. The drug abuse screening test, 363–371, copyright 1982, with permission from Elsevier. Available online at http://www​.drugabuse​.gov/Diagnosis‐Treatment/DAST10​.html.

From: Appendix B Assessment and Screening Instruments

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