Anxiety Test GAD-7
A clinically validated screening tool for anxiety. Answer based on how often you have been bothered by each problem over the last 2 weeks.
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Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by the following problems?
Question 1 of 7
Feeling nervous, anxious, or on edge
Question 2 of 7
Not being able to stop or control worrying
Question 3 of 7
Worrying too much about different things
Question 4 of 7
Trouble relaxing
Question 5 of 7
Being so restless that it is hard to sit still
Question 6 of 7
Becoming easily annoyed or irritable
Question 7 of 7
Feeling afraid, as if something awful might happen
About the GAD-7
The Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-item (GAD-7) is a widely used and validated tool for screening and measuring the severity of generalized anxiety disorder. It is recognized by healthcare providers worldwide as a reliable first-line anxiety screening instrument.
The GAD-7 has been validated across many clinical settings and populations. While designed for generalized anxiety disorder, it also has good sensitivity for panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Scoring
Citation
Spitzer RL, Kroenke K, Williams JBW, Löwe B. A brief measure for assessing generalized anxiety disorder: the GAD-7. Arch Intern Med. 2006;166(10):1092-1097.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the GAD-7?
The GAD-7 (Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-item) is a clinically validated screening tool used to measure the severity of generalized anxiety disorder.
How is the GAD-7 scored?
Each of the 7 questions is scored 0–3, giving a total range of 0–21. Scores of 5, 10, and 15 represent cut-points for mild, moderate, and severe anxiety.
Does this test diagnose anxiety?
No. The GAD-7 is a screening tool. A high score suggests you may benefit from a clinical evaluation by a healthcare provider.
Can the GAD-7 detect other anxiety disorders?
While designed for generalized anxiety disorder, the GAD-7 also has good sensitivity for panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, and PTSD.