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Eight-Item Gambling Questionnaire (EIGHT)

Eight-Item Gambling Questionnaire (EIGHT) Test

Understand whether gambling may be causing problems in about 2 minutes. Eight quick items support fast screening and help guide next steps for follow up or support.

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October 2, 2025

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25/40

Gambling Addiction Scale (GAS)

Assesses the degree of gambling involvement and the likelihood of problematic gambling behavior.

Problematic gambling

Elevated risk/abnormal attitudes

Healthy gambling habits

0 – 12: Problematic gambling | 13 – 29: Elevated risk/abnormal attitudes | 30 – 40: Healthy gambling habits

A score of 25 falls in the 13–29 range, indicating elevated risk and attitudes that may be associated with problematic gambling.

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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

Concerned gamblers

41%OF USERS

People who gamble and are worried it may be getting out of control take it to quickly gauge risk and decide whether to seek help.

Worried family or partners

34%OF USERS

Loved ones of someone who gambles use it to compare behaviors with common warning signs and guide a conversation about support.

Helping professionals screening

25%OF USERS

Counselors, social workers, and healthcare staff use it as a fast initial check to decide if deeper assessment is needed.

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Gaming Addiction Scale (GAS)

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25.9

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20.3 — 31.6

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What does this questionnaire assess?

It screens for behavioral and emotional indicators linked to gambling-related problems. It is intended for rapid risk identification rather than formal diagnosis.

Who is it appropriate for?

It is appropriate for adolescents and adults when gambling involvement is suspected or when a brief risk check is needed. Use clinical judgment for individuals with cognitive impairment or limited comprehension.

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

It includes eight items and typically takes about two minutes to complete.

How should items be answered?

Answer each item based on typical experiences over a recent, relevant period. Provide the most accurate response without overthinking individual exceptions.

How should results be used?

Results indicate the likelihood of gambling-related difficulties and can guide decisions about further assessment. They do not confirm or rule out a clinical disorder.

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Eight-Item Gambling Questionnaire (EIGHT) Test - Symptoms and Signs

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This brief screening measure is used to identify possible gambling-related problems in clinical or community settings. The Eight-Item Gambling Questionnaire (EIGHT) consists of 8 items and typically takes about 2 minutes to complete. It is intended to support initial risk identification and to guide decisions about whether more comprehensive assessment is warranted.

Items query common behavioral and emotional correlates of gambling involvement, with responses summarized to indicate the likelihood of problematic gambling. The Eight-Item Gambling Questionnaire (EIGHT), originally described by Rachel A. Volberg, is not designed to provide a standalone diagnosis and should be interpreted in the context of clinical interview, collateral information when available, and other relevant assessment data.

Author: mark-d-griffiths, Rachel A. Volberg

Literature: Petry, N. M. Pathological gambling: Etiology, comorbidity, and treatment. American Psychological Association. 2005.

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