The Michigan Alcohol Screening Test (MAST) is widely used screening tool designed to assess alchol use and identify potential alcohol-related problems. It consists of 25 yes-or-no questions that cover various aspects of drinking behavior and its consequences. The test is self-administered and scored based on the number of “yes” responses, with higher scores indicating a greater liklihood of alcohol dependence. There are also shorter versions of the MAST, such as the Brief MAST and the Short MAST which are used in different settings.
Who can Use?
The MAST test may be self-administered, completed during a healthcare interview, or provided by a third party (i.e. spouse, parent, etc.). There is no training required to administer the test and copies can be attained for free.
Where can I find this Assessment?
The Suncoast Center has a copy of the MAST that can be found at: https://scccmh.org/wp-content/uploads/michigan_alcohol_screening_test.pdf.
Citations
Selzer, M.L., The Michigan Alcoholism Screening Test (MAST): The Quest for a New Diagnostic Instrument. American Journal of Psychiatry, 3:176-181, 1971.
Selzer, M.L., Vinokur, A., and van Rooijen, L., Self-Administered Short Version of the Michigan Alcoholism Screening Test (SMAST). Journal of Studies on Alcohol, 36:117-126, 1975.