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Unhealthy alcohol use screening (e.g., AUDIT-C)

Lifestyle

AdultsPeriodically (often yearly or during checkups)2–3 minutes

AUDIT‑C is a 3‑question screen that helps identify unhealthy patterns of alcohol use.

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Recommended Age
Adults
Frequency
Periodically (often yearly or during checkups)
Duration
2–3 minutes

Overview

Unhealthy alcohol use screening is commonly done with short questionnaires like AUDIT‑C. It helps clinicians identify drinking patterns that may increase health risks and offer support. A positive screen does not diagnose an alcohol use disorder. It indicates that a deeper conversation (or follow-up questions) may be helpful.

Who Should Get This Screening

  • Most adults as part of routine preventive care.
  • People with conditions that alcohol can worsen (high blood pressure, liver disease, mood symptoms) may be screened more often.
  • Pregnancy has different guidance; discuss alcohol use with your prenatal care team.

What to Expect

You answer three questions about frequency of drinking, typical number of drinks, and how often you have 6+ drinks on one occasion.

How to Prepare

Follow these tips to prepare for your screening

  • No special preparation. Answer honestly. This is used to tailor support, not to judge.

Benefits

  • Identifies unhealthy patterns early, when brief support can help.
  • Creates a starting point for harm-reduction strategies.
  • Helps personalize overall health recommendations.

Things to Consider

  • May feel sensitive or stigmatizing for some; clinicians should approach this confidentially and respectfully.
  • A screening score can’t capture full context; follow-up discussion is often needed.

Guideline Source: Brief alcohol screening (AUDIT‑C or similar)

This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider for personalized recommendations.