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Description
The Rutgers Alcohol Problem Index (RAPI), developed by White & Labouvie in 1989, is a comprehensive instrument designed to assess problematic drinking behaviors among adolescents. This scale evaluates a range of alcohol-related issues, capturing the various dimensions of alcohol use and its impact on daily life, social interactions, and responsibilities. The RAPI’s structured approach to identifying behaviors associated with alcohol consumption makes it a valuable tool for both researchers and practitioners in the field of substance use and mental health.
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Purpose
The purpose of the RAPI is to assess the extent of alcohol-related problems in adolescents, providing insights into their drinking behaviors and the consequences that arise from such behaviors.
Test Year
1989
Administration Method and Scoring
The RAPI consists of 23 items that respondents answer based on their experiences with alcohol. Each item is rated on a scale from 1 to 5, where 1 signifies “Never” and 5 signifies “More than ten times.” The scores from these items are summed to create a total score that ranges from 0 to 69, allowing for a quantifiable assessment of alcohol-related problems.
Reliability and Validity
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Factors and Subscales
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Keywords
Rutgers Alcohol Problem Index, RAPI, adolescent drinking, alcohol use assessment, alcohol-related problems.
Items of Rutgers Alcohol Problem Index (RAPI)
1. Not able to do your homework or study for a test?
2. Got into fights, acted bad, or did mean things?
3. Missed out on other things because you spent too much money on alcohol?
4. Went to work or school high or drunk?
5. Caused shame or embarrassment to someone?
6. Neglected your responsibilities?
7. Relative avoided you?
8. Felt that you needed more alcohol than you used to use in order to get the same effect?
9. Tried to control your drinking by trying to drink only at certain times of the day or certain places?
10. Had withdrawal symptoms, that is, felt sick because you stopped or cut down on drinking?
11. Noticed a change in your personality?
12. Felt you had a problem with alcohol?
13. Missed a day (or part of a day) of school or work?
14. Tried to cut down or quit drinking?
15. Suddenly found yourself in a place that you could not remember getting to?
16. Passed out or fainted suddenly?
17. Had a fight, argument or bad feelings with a friend?
18. Had a fight, argument or bad feelings with a family member?
19. Kept drinking when you promised yourself not to?
20. Felt you were going crazy?
21. Had a bad time?
22. Felt physically or psychologically dependent on alcohol?
23. Was told by a friend or neighbor to stop or cut down drinking?
24. Drove shortly after having more than 2 drinks?
25. Drove shortly after having more than 4 drinks?
References
White, H.R. & Labouvie, E.W. (1989). Towards the assessment of adolescent problem drinking. Journal of Studies on Alcohol, 50, 30-37.
For more information and access to the scale, visit: http://www.emcdda.europa.eu/html.cfm/index4200EN.html
You can also find the scale at: https://scales.arabpsychology.com/s/the-rutgers-alcohol-problem-index-rapi/