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Massachusetts Gambling Screen (MAGS) Test

In 5 minutes, it clarifies whether a teen’s gambling is simple curiosity or a growing addiction risk. Its 27 items support early screening and guide timely counseling or next steps.

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Questions: 275 minutes

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October 2, 2025

October 2, 2025
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October 2, 2025
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5/10

Gambling Disorder (DSM-IV) (GDI)

Assesses the presence and severity of gambling-related addictive behavior using DSM-IV diagnostic criteria.

No pathological signs

Pathological range

0 – 4: No pathological signs | 5 – 10: Pathological range

A score of 5 falls in the pathological range, indicating endorsement of DSM-IV criteria at a level consistent with elevated gambling-related risk.

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3/7

Gambling Addiction (GA)

Measures the adolescent’s level of involvement in gambling and the likelihood of developing gambling-related problems.

No pathological involvement

At risk

Probable pathological pattern

-1 – -0.6: No pathological involvement | 0 – 2: At risk | 2.1 – 7: Probable pathological pattern

A score of 3 falls in the “Probable pathological pattern” range, suggesting elevated involvement in gambling that may warrant closer attention in screening.

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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

Teen gamblers in doubt

44%OF USERS

Teenagers who have started betting or playing for money and want to understand whether it’s becoming a problem.

Concerned parents or guardians

33%OF USERS

Adults worried about a teen’s gambling, money losses, secrecy, or mood changes and looking for a quick check of risk.

School and clinic professionals

23%OF USERS

Counselors, psychologists, and social workers who use a brief screening to decide if a teen needs further assessment or support.

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

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Gaming Addiction (DSM-IV) (GA()

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3.4

Normal range

1.6 — 5.1

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Gaming Addiction (MAGS) (GA()

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4.8

Normal range

3.5 — 6.1

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-1

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SAMPLE QUESTIONS

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You will be presented with 31 questions, each with several response options. Read each question and its response options, and select one option that best reflects your opinion. Please follow these guidelines: • Do not spend too much time thinking about your answers; choose the response that first comes to mind. • Respond as honestly as possible. Do not try to create a favorable impression with your answers; they should reflect reality.

- Yes
- No
- Less
- About the same
- More
- Yes
- No

These are 3 of the 27 real questions — the rest appear in the test. No sign-up needed to start.

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WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

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Massachusetts Gambling Screen (MAGS) Test - Symptoms and Signs

addiction

gaming addiction

This screening measure is designed to identify gambling-related problems in adolescents and young adults. The Massachusetts Gambling Screen (MAGS) provides a brief, structured way to assess gambling involvement and potential indicators of problem gambling.

The instrument includes 27 items and typically takes about 5 minutes to complete. Items query gambling behaviors and associated consequences, supporting clinical triage and decisions about whether further assessment is warranted. The Massachusetts Gambling Screen (MAGS) is commonly used as an initial screen in school, community, and clinical settings; it should be interpreted in the context of clinical interview and other relevant information. Original authors include Henry R. Lesieur and Rachel A. Volberg.

Author: Henry R. Lesieur, Rachel A. Volberg

Literature: Lesieur, H. R., & Blume, S. B. The South Oaks Gambling Screen (SOGS): A new instrument for the identification of pathological gamblers. American Journal of Psychiatry. 1987.