Smartphone Addiction Scale - Short Version

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A short smartphone-addiction assessment measuring daily-life disturbance, withdrawal, tolerance, and excessive use.

A short smartphone-addiction assessment measuring daily-life disturbance, withdrawal, tolerance, and excessive use. 10 questions, about 5 minutes Get a…

10 questions
Questions
5 min
Estimated time
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completed

Assessment Dimensions

Total score

Total score dimension

Who It Is For

adolescents, students, and adults who want to understand smartphone-use risk

Test Description

Smartphone Addiction Scale - Short Version is an English-localized assessment focused on smartphone dependence, loss of control, withdrawal feelings, tolerance, and daily-function disruption. It contains 10 items across 1 scoring dimension, and it presents the same user-facing testing flow, scoring cues, and report context in English. Use the report as a self-reflection and screening reference rather than a standalone diagnosis; important mental health or relationship decisions should still be discussed with a qualified professional when needed.

FAQ

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What does the Smartphone Addiction Scale - Short Version measure?

Smartphone Addiction Scale - Short Version focuses on smartphone dependence, loss of control, withdrawal feelings, tolerance, and daily-function disruption. The English version keeps the same assessment purpose as the Chinese source while presenting the user-facing explanation, questions, scoring context, and report copy in English.
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How long does it take?

It usually takes about 3 minutes to complete 10 items. Answer according to your recent or typical experience, depending on the instructions shown in the test.
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Who is this assessment for?

This assessment is mainly for adolescents, students, and adults who want to understand smartphone-use risk. It is designed for self-understanding, screening, or reflection, not as a standalone clinical diagnosis.
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How should I use the result?

Use the result as a structured reference. If the report points to serious distress, risk, relationship harm, or persistent functional impairment, consider speaking with a qualified mental health or counseling professional.