9-question screener for substance use in adolescents
CRAFFT 2.1 Screening Test
CRAFFT 2.1 Screening Test
The CRAFFT Screening Test is a 9-question screener for alcohol and drug use in adolescents (generally ages 12-21). A positive screening should be further evaluated by a clinical interview for additional assessment.
1. Have you ever ridden in a CAR driven by someone (including yourself) who was high or had been using alcohol or drugs?
Yes
No
Please answer question 1.
2. Do you ever use alcohol or drugs to RELAX or feel better about yourself or to fit in?
Yes
No
Please answer question 2.
3. Do you ever use alcohol or drugs when you are ALONE?
Yes
No
Please answer question 3.
4. Do you ever FORGET things you did while using alcohol or drugs?
Yes
No
Please answer question 4.
5. Do your FAMILY or FRIENDS ever tell you to cut down on your use of alcohol or drugs?
Yes
No
Please answer question 5.
6. Have you ever gotten into TROUBLE while you were using alcohol or drugs?
Yes
No
Please answer question 6.
7. In the past 12 months, have you used alcohol or drugs?
Yes
No
Please answer question 7.
8. In the past 12 months, have you used marijuana?
Yes
No
Please answer question 8.
9. In the past 12 months, have you used anything else to get high?
Yes
No
Please answer question 9.
Calculate CRAFFT Score
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