Scale Introduction
The Excessive Gaming Screening Tool (EGST) is a professional psychological assessment instrument designed to systematically evaluate an individual's gaming habits and accurately identify potential tendencies toward gaming addiction.
The tool conducts an in-depth, multi-dimensional analysis of the intensity and frequency of gaming behavior and its actual impact on core functions such as daily life, social interaction, and academic or work performance. It specifically focuses on gaming patterns that may interfere with personal responsibilities, social relationships, and career development, helping users gain clear awareness of problematic gaming behaviors.
Developed based on mature and rigorous psychometric theories, this assessment ensures that the results possess good reliability and validity. It can serve as a practical starting point for personal self-assessment and understanding one's gaming status, as well as provide a scientific reference for professionals in further evaluation, consultation, and intervention.
Instructions for Use
Please use this questionnaire as a reference to determine whether video games and/or internet use may be causing distress in your life, but do not use this questionnaire to make a 'clinical diagnosis'.
Scoring Results Explanation
| Score | Reference Result |
|---|---|
| 0–29 points | Normal gaming behavior with no significant impact on life |
| 30–49 points | Mild excessive gaming behavior; it is recommended to adjust usage habits appropriately |
| 50–79 points | Moderate excessive gaming behavior, causing noticeable interference with life |
| 80–100 points | Severe excessive gaming behavior; timely attention and professional help are recommended |
Reference source: Introduction to the Chinese version of this scale and test link address https://toolonline.net/EGST