Alcohol, tobacco and other substances
Fagerström Test for Nicotine Dependence (FTND)
Score interpretation for Fagerström Test for Nicotine Dependence (FTND)
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- 2026-10-26
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- Score-entry tool
| Field | Instrument context |
|---|---|
| Version | FTND; original six-item cigarette-smoking form |
| Respondent | Self-report or interviewer |
| Purpose | Score interpretation for Fagerström Test for Nicotine Dependence (FTND) |
Clinician score entry
Apply the original unequal response weights and enter the completed FTND total.
Scores stay in this page’s memory. Reset or leave the page to clear them. Use the exact instrument version and its authorized form.
Administration
Apply the original unequal response weights and enter the completed FTND total.
Scoring method
The six item scores sum to 0–10.
Interpretation & limitations
- Higher totals suggest stronger nicotine dependence in the cigarette-smoking context. Interpret with the smoking history and pattern of use.
- Do not apply the cigarette form unchanged to vaping, smokeless tobacco or other nicotine delivery products.