Fagerstrom Test for Nicotine Dependence (FTND)
6-item nicotine dependence screening
A quick check on where your smoking habit stands. 6 questions, about 2 minutes.
When cigarettes control you
Nicotine dependence isn't just about willpower. It's a complex addiction involving physical, psychological, and behavioral components. The Fagerstrom Test for Nicotine Dependence (FTND) measures how physically dependent you are on nicotine.
What the scores mean
- 0-2: Very low dependence
- 3-4: Low dependence
- 5: Moderate dependence
- 6-7: High dependence
- 8-10: Very high dependence
About this scale
Karl Fagerstrom developed the original Fagerstrom Tolerance Questionnaire in 1978, with the revised FTND published in 1991. It's still widely used to assess nicotine dependence.
- Internal consistency: alpha = 0.60-0.70
- Test-retest reliability: r = 0.80+
- Completion time: 2-3 minutes
Result Interpretation
After completing the 6 questions, you'll receive an immediate, detailed report with:
- Your score — calculated automatically based on your responses
- Score interpretation — what your score means in practical terms
- Context — how your results compare to general population norms where available
All results are displayed on screen. No account or login needed.