Yes. The 10-question screening and score are free, and you do not need an account to use them. A formal professional evaluation is a separate service.
Free Substance Abuse Screening: Drug & Alcohol Self-Test
Free online screening • No account required
10 yes/no questions • Results in about 2–3 minutes
Wondering whether your drinking or drug use may be causing problems? Take this free substance use screening for a quick, private self-check. You can answer 10 questions and see a score without entering your name. This educational tool is sometimes called a drug and alcohol self-test or substance abuse self-assessment. It cannot diagnose a substance use disorder or serve as a court-ordered substance abuse evaluation.
Take the screening
Answer 10 quick questions to get a simple risk snapshot. This tool is for general information. It is not a diagnosis, treatment, or legal advice.
How to complete: Select “Yes” or “No” for each question. The bar shows your progress. When you finish, you’ll see your score and the next step.
Before you start: This self-screening is for education only. It does not replace a full drug and alcohol evaluation by a clinician. If you need paperwork for court, probation, the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), an employer, or the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), you will need a formal evaluation.
If you are in crisis or thinking about harming yourself, call or text 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or dial 911.
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Important: This screening does not provide a medical or psychiatric diagnosis and is not treatment or legal advice. To meet legal, work, or DOT Return-to-Duty (RTD) needs, a licensed clinician or DOT-qualified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) must complete a formal evaluation and recommendations.
Is a free screening or a formal evaluation right for you?
A screening is a first step for anyone asking, “Do I have a problem with alcohol or drugs?” It can prompt a closer look at possible concerns with drinking, marijuana, prescription medication, or other drug use. The 10 yes/no questions produce a simple score for self-reflection. This brief tool is not a validated diagnostic test, medical assessment, or treatment plan; a low score does not rule out a substance use disorder.
When you may need a professional drug and alcohol evaluation
A formal substance abuse evaluation is a separate service. A clinician reviews your substance use history and the reason for referral, considers other relevant information, and gives a professional assessment and recommendations. If a court, probation officer, attorney, DUI program, driver licensing agency, employer, or professional board asked for an assessment or written report, start with a formal drug and alcohol evaluation. A free online screening score does not satisfy those requirements.
DOT return-to-duty cases require an evaluation by a DOT-qualified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP). The free self-test on this page does not complete any step of the DOT SAP process. Find the evaluation that fits your referral, and confirm any specific requirements with the requesting agency.
How to use your screening result
Answer each question based on your experience and review the score when you finish. Whether your score is low or high, speak with a qualified professional if you have concerns about alcohol or drug use, withdrawal, safety, or repeated consequences. A clinician can discuss the full picture and help determine the next step.
Free substance abuse screening: frequently asked questions
Quick answers about the free self-test and professional evaluations.
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Is this online drug and alcohol screening really free?
Is this screening confidential?
You can complete the self-test without entering your name. Review our Privacy Policy for details about website information. If you later request a formal evaluation, we handle that information under the Privacy Policy and applicable law.
Can a free substance abuse screening diagnose addiction?
No. This brief, educational questionnaire gives a simple score based on your answers. It cannot diagnose alcohol use disorder, drug use disorder, or addiction, and a low score does not rule one out. A professional evaluation considers your history and circumstances in more detail.
Can I use the results for court, probation, a DUI, DMV, work, or DOT?
No. A screening score is not a written substance abuse evaluation. For court-ordered evaluations, probation requirements, DUI or license reinstatement matters, employer requests, and DOT SAP cases, find the appropriate formal evaluation and confirm what the referring party requires.
What is the difference between a substance abuse screening and an evaluation?
A screening is a short self-check that identifies possible reasons to seek more help. A professional substance use evaluation gathers a fuller history, reviews the reason for referral, and provides clinical findings and recommendations. The screening on this page does not replace an evaluation.
How long does this alcohol and drug self-test take?
About 2–3 minutes. Answer 10 yes/no questions to see your score and suggested next step immediately.
What should I do if my screening score is high?
Consider a professional evaluation to discuss your substance use, risks, and possible next steps. If you need documentation for a legal, licensing, or work requirement, you will need a formal evaluation regardless of your score.
Where can I read your terms and privacy policy?
See our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy for details about the website and information handling.
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