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Screening for Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)

Authors:
  • Cynthia M. Johnson, MA
Publication Type:

Condition InDepth

Screening for Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)

Screening is done to find a problem and treat it early. Tests are given to people who do not have symptoms but who may be at high risk.

The doctor will ask questions about alcohol use during routine physical exams. This information is used to find out if a person is using alcohol in an unhealthy way.

References

  • Alcohol use disorder. EBSCO DynaMed website. Available at: https://www.dynamed.com/condition/alcohol-use-disorder.
  • Alcohol withdrawal syndrome. EBSCO DynaMed website. Available at: https://www.dynamed.com/condition/alcohol-withdrawal-syndrome.
  • Day E, Copello A, Hull M. Assessment and management of alcohol use disorders. BMJ. 2015;350:h715.
  • Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5). American Psychiatric Association; 2013.
  • Screening tests. National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism website. Available at: https://pubs.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/arh28-2/78-79.htm. Accessed September 3, 2020.

Contributors

  • Adrian Preda, MD
Last Updated:
2022-11-01

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