Addictive Tendency Scale Test

Understand your risk for substance dependence in about 6 minutes. Broad, easy-to-use screening supports prevention, clinical care, and tracking progress over time.

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October 2, 2025

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How the Scales are Structured

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Addictive Disorder (AD)

Measures the severity of functional impairments and symptoms associated with dependent (addictive) behavior.

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Elevated

0 – 2.1: Low | 2.2 – 6: Elevated

A score of 3 falls in the Elevated range, suggesting more pronounced addiction-related difficulties than typically seen at low levels on this scale.

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3/7

Addictive Behavior (AB)

Measures the presence and intensity of behavioral signs associated with addictive tendencies.

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Elevated

0 – 4.1: Low | 4.2 – 7: Elevated

A score of 3 falls in the Low range, suggesting relatively few behavioral manifestations linked to addictive tendencies at this time.

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Addictive Tendency (AT)

Measures the intensity of a person’s tendency toward developing addictive behavior and seeking stimulation through potentially habit-forming substances or activities.

Low

Elevated

0 – 4.3: Low | 4.4 – 9: Elevated

A score of 4 falls in the Low range, suggesting a relatively lower level of additive tendency on this scale.

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Addictive Predisposition (AP)

Measures personal and psychological factors associated with vulnerability to developing addictive behaviors.

Low

Elevated

0 – 3.7: Low | 3.8 – 8: Elevated

A score of 3 falls in the Low range, suggesting relatively few factors associated with addictive vulnerability on this scale.

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20/30

General Addictive Tendency (GAT)

Measures the overall predisposition to developing addictive behaviors across substances and habits.

Low

Elevated

0 – 13: Low | 14 – 30: Elevated

A score of 20 falls in the Elevated range, suggesting a higher-than-average general tendency toward addictive patterns.

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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

People worried about habits

41%OF USERS

They take the test to check their personal risk of developing dependence on alcohol, nicotine, drugs, or other substances.

Clients in counseling or therapy

34%OF USERS

They use it as a quick screening tool to clarify concerns and track changes during psychotherapy or support programs.

Prevention and outreach groups

25%OF USERS

They complete it in school, workplace, or community prevention settings to identify vulnerability early and plan next steps.

BASED ON AGGREGATED, ANONYMIZED DATA FROM TENS OF THOUSANDS OF FREUDLY USERS.

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Addictive disorder (Ad)

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3.2

Normal range

2.1 — 4.3

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Addictive Behavior (AB)

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4.3

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3 — 5.6

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Addictive Tendencies (AT)

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6.3

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5.1 — 7.5

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Addictive Predisposition (AP)

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2.1

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0.8 — 3.5

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General Addictive Tendencies (GAT)

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9.3

Normal range

5.1 — 13.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What does this questionnaire assess?

It screens for vulnerability to developing dependence on substances such as alcohol, drugs, nicotine, and other psychoactive agents. It reports the level of addictive tendency indicated by the responses.

How long does it take to complete and how many items are included?

Completion typically takes about 6 minutes. The questionnaire contains 30 items.

What response method should be used?

Answer each item based on typical thoughts and behaviors rather than a single event. Select the option that best matches the usual pattern.

How are the results interpreted?

Results are presented as a degree of propensity, ranging from lower to higher risk. Interpretation should consider clinical context and other available information.

Can it be used more than once?

Yes, it can be used for initial screening and for follow-up to monitor change over time. Repeated use should occur under consistent conditions for comparison.

WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

About This Assessment

Addictive Tendency Scale Test

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This measure is designed to support brief screening of vulnerability to substance-related addictive behaviors. The Addictive Tendency Scale provides a structured self-report snapshot of an individual’s tendency toward problematic use across common psychoactive substances.

The instrument includes 30 items and typically requires about 6 minutes to complete. Responses are used to derive an estimate of the relative severity of addictive tendency, which may help guide decisions about further assessment, referral, or monitoring. In bibliographic references, it is attributed to E. M. Jellinek and G. A. Marlatt.

In clinical and prevention settings, the Addictive Tendency Scale may be used as an initial risk indicator or to track change over time alongside other clinical information. Interpretation should consider the respondent’s context and should not be used as a standalone diagnostic determination.

Author: E. M. Jellinek, G. A. Marlatt

Literature: Miller, W. R., & Rollnick, S. Motivational interviewing: Helping people change. Guilford Press. 2013.

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