Which assessment is specifically designed for assessing alcohol use during pregnancy?

The TWEAK assessment is specifically designed to evaluate alcohol use during pregnancy and is particularly useful for identifying women who may be at risk of alcohol misuse. The TWEAK tool assesses several dimensions related to drinking behaviors, including tolerance to alcohol, the need for cut down, and the presence of amnesia associated with drinking. One of its unique aspects is its focus on identifying women who may not display typical patterns of alcohol dependence but who still consume alcohol, potentially affecting fetal development.

In contrast, other assessments like the SASSI (Substance Abuse Subtle Screening Inventory) are broader screening tools for substance use disorders and do not focus specifically on alcohol use in pregnant women. The RAPS4 is a brief screening tool for detecting risky drinking behavior but is not specifically designed for pregnant populations. The MMPI (Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory) is a psychological assessment that evaluates personality traits and psychological conditions, thus it is not targeted towards substance use or pregnancy. Therefore, the TWEAK is the most appropriate tool to assess alcohol use specifically during pregnancy.