SDS
Severity of Dependence Scale (SDS)
The Severity of Dependence Scale (SDS) is a brief questionnaire designed to measure the degree of psychological dependence on a substance (such as alcohol, nicotine, or other drugs). It is widely used to assess the severity of dependence in a standardized and reliable way among substance users.
- Number of questions
- 5 questions
- Estimated duration
- 5 minutes
- Language
- English
- Original name
- Severity of Dependence Scale
- Target audience
- Adults, adolescents
- Authors
- Gavin, G., Ross, H.E., Skinner, H.A. (1995)
- Category
- Addictions
Scoring & interpretation
Each question is scored from 0 to 3, so the total score ranges from 0 to 15. A high score suggests greater severity of dependence. A specific cutoff may be used depending on the substance and the clinical context; for example, a total score ≥ 3 or 4 suggests significant dependence.
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