Personal Risk Factors Assessment Test

Understand a student’s risk for starting substance use in about 10 minutes. Age-appropriate items give a fast, actionable snapshot to guide prevention and support.

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October 2, 2025

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How the Scales are Structured

example score

14/19

School (S)

Measures school-related risk factors such as academic difficulties, conflicts at school, absenteeism, and instability in the educational environment.

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0 – 9: Low | 10 – 14: Moderate | 15 – 19: High

A score of 14 falls in the Moderate range, suggesting noticeable school-related stressors that may warrant closer attention in the educational setting.

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33/58

Immediate Social Environment (ISE)

Measures exposure to and approval of deviant behavior or psychoactive substance use within the adolescent’s closest social circle.

Low influence

Moderate influence

High influence

0 – 24: Low influence | 25 – 41: Moderate influence | 42 – 58: High influence

A score of 33 falls in the Moderate influence range, suggesting some exposure to peers or close contacts who may normalize or engage in risky behaviors.

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30/57

Psychological (P)

Assesses psychological risk factors such as impulsivity, loneliness, difficult life situations, unstructured free time, and a need for thrills.

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0 – 20: Low | 21 – 37: Moderate | 38 – 57: High

A score of 30 falls in the Moderate range, suggesting some psychological vulnerability factors are present and may warrant attention in the student’s support context.

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34/37

Family (F)

Measures family-related risk factors such as unclear norms, parental conflict, weak shared values, and insufficient expectations that may increase vulnerability to substance use.

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Moderate

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0 – 15: Low | 16 – 26: Moderate | 27 – 37: High

A score of 34 falls in the High range, suggesting notable family-environment stressors or lack of consistent structure that may contribute to increased psychosocial risk.

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81/171

Overall Risk (OR)

Overall Risk summarizes the cumulative level of psychosocial factors associated with vulnerability to developing addictive behavior.

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Moderate

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0 – 68: Low | 69 – 118: Moderate | 119 – 171: High

A score of 81 falls in the Moderate range, suggesting a noticeable accumulation of risk factors that may warrant closer monitoring and targeted support.

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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

School psychologists and counselors

41%OF USERS

They use the questionnaire to quickly spot students who may be vulnerable and plan targeted prevention or support.

Teachers and homeroom leaders

33%OF USERS

They screen classes or specific students when behavior, attendance, or peer issues raise concerns about risky influences.

Parents seeking clarity

26%OF USERS

They want an objective snapshot of their child’s risk factors to decide whether extra support or professional help is needed.

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

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School (S)

Average

13.6

Normal range

10.1 — 17.1

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Closest circle (Cc)

Average

16.4

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8.5 — 24.3

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Psychological (P)

Average

18.8

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10.8 — 26.8

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Family (F)

Average

23.4

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17.4 — 29.3

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Overall Risk (OR)

Average

56.2

Normal range

30.3 — 82.2

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171

Majority

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CLEAR ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this questionnaire measure?

It screens psychosocial factors linked to increased likelihood of starting psychoactive substance use. Results highlight areas that may benefit from prevention or added support.

Who should take this questionnaire?

It is intended for students ages 11–18. Different versions are used for ages 11–13, 14–15, and 16–18 to match developmental stage.

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

Completion typically takes about 10 minutes. It includes 53 questions.

How should responses be provided?

Responses should reflect typical thoughts, feelings, and situations rather than ideal answers. If unsure, the best single choice should be selected without overthinking.

How should results be interpreted and used?

Scores indicate relative levels of risk-related factors and are used to guide preventive planning and follow-up. This tool is not a diagnostic test and does not confirm substance use or a disorder.

WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

About This Assessment

Personal Risk Factors Assessment Test - Symptoms and Signs

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This questionnaire is designed to identify psychosocial correlates associated with adolescents’ vulnerability to initiating psychoactive substance use. Risk Factors is intended for use in school or clinical settings to support prevention planning and targeted follow-up when indicated. It was developed by Thomas A. Wills.

The measure includes 53 items and typically takes about 10 minutes to complete. It can be administered in age-appropriate forms to align item content with developmental stage. Risk Factors is used to characterize areas of potential risk or environmental influence and to inform monitoring, consultation, and referral decisions; results should be interpreted in context with other clinical and educational information rather than as a standalone diagnosis.

Author: Thomas A. Wills

Literature: Marlatt, G. A., & Donovan, D. M. Relapse prevention: Maintenance strategies in the treatment of addictive behaviors. Guilford Press. 2005.

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