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Gaming Addiction Scale for Adolescents (GASA)

Gaming Addiction Scale for Adolescents (GASA) Test

In 2 minutes, this 7 item screen shows how likely gaming is becoming an addiction risk for a teen. It flags loss of control and real life impact fast, helping schools and clinics focus support where it counts.

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How the Scales are Structured

example score

32/35

Total Score (TS)

This scale sums the severity of gaming addiction-related symptoms across all GASA items.

Low

Moderate

High

7 – 17: Low | 18 – 26: Moderate | 27 – 35: High

A score of 32 falls in the High range, indicating a high level of reported gaming addiction symptom severity on this screening scale.

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4/7

Polythetic Model (PM)

Measures how many of the 7 gaming-addiction indicators are endorsed at least sometimes under the polythetic screening model.

Low risk

Elevated risk

0 – 3: Low risk | 4 – 7: Elevated risk

A score of 4 indicates endorsement of four indicators, placing the result in the elevated-risk range for this polythetic screening model.

example score

4/7

Monothetic Model (MM)

Measures the number of GASA addiction indicators endorsed as occurring often or very often under the monothetic screening model.

Low risk

Elevated risk

0 – 3: Low risk | 4 – 7: Elevated risk

A score of 4 indicates endorsement of 4 of 7 indicators at an often/very often level, placing the result in the elevated-risk range on this model.

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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

Concerned parents of teens

44%OF USERS

Parents use it to quickly check whether a teen’s gaming is starting to affect mood, school, sleep, or family life.

School counselors and psychologists

33%OF USERS

School staff screen students to spot those who may need support for gaming-related problems with learning, behavior, or social life.

Clinicians and researchers

23%OF USERS

Mental health professionals and study teams use it as a brief, standardized tool to identify elevated risk and plan next steps.

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Points Scored (PS)

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16.1

Normal range

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Polythetic Model (PM)

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3.1

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Monothetic Model (MM)

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3.2

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2.2 — 4.2

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CLEAR ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this questionnaire measure?

It screens for signs linked to problematic video game use in adolescents. It focuses on compulsive use, reduced control, and negative effects on school, social life, or daily functioning.

Who is this questionnaire intended for?

It is intended for adolescents. It may be used in school, clinical, or research settings to identify elevated risk and the need for follow-up.

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

It takes about 2 minutes to complete. It includes 7 items.

How should responses be given?

Respond based on typical behavior and experiences, without overthinking individual items. Select the option that best matches the most accurate answer.

How should results be used?

Results provide a risk estimate and do not establish a diagnosis. Elevated scores should prompt a more detailed assessment or appropriate support planning.

WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

About This Assessment

Gaming Addiction Scales for Adolescents, GASA Test

Gaming Addiction Scale for Adolescents (GASA) Test - Symptoms and Signs

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This brief screening tool is designed to support rapid identification of adolescents who may be experiencing problematic gaming. The Gaming Addiction Scale for Adolescents (GASA) uses a short self-report format to gauge the presence of core addiction-like features related to gaming behavior.

It consists of 7 items and typically takes about 2 minutes to complete. Item content generally reflects common clinical indicators such as preoccupation, diminished control, and functional impairment (e.g., academic or interpersonal difficulties). Results are intended for preliminary risk stratification and should be interpreted in context and followed by a more comprehensive clinical assessment when indicated.

The Gaming Addiction Scale for Adolescents (GASA) is commonly used in school, clinical, and research settings when a time-efficient measure is needed to flag elevated risk and inform next-step evaluation.

Author: kimberly-s-young, mark-d-griffiths

Literature: Kuss, D. J., & Griffiths, M. D. Internet gaming addiction: A systematic review of empirical research. International Journal of Mental Health and Addiction. 2012.; Lemmens, J. S., Valkenburg, P. M., & Peter, J. Development and validation of a game addiction scale for adolescents. Media Psychology. 2009.

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