Anxiety check (GAD-7)
Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by the following problems?
This check uses the Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-item scale (GAD-7), a 7-question screen widely used in clinics to measure anxiety symptoms over the past two weeks.
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Common questions
What is the GAD-7?
The GAD-7 — the Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 scale — is a 7-question anxiety test used in clinics worldwide. It measures anxiety symptoms over the past two weeks, scored 0 to 21. People also search for it as the GAD7 quiz or GAD-7 anxiety test.
Is the GAD-7 a diagnosis?
No. It's a screening tool that suggests whether anxiety symptoms may be present and how severe they look right now. Only a licensed clinician can diagnose an anxiety disorder.
What should I do with my score?
Mild scores often respond to stress-management habits and routine. Higher scores are a good reason to talk with a therapist or your doctor — anxiety is very treatable.
How often can I retake it?
As often as you like. Your answers are never stored, so each check starts fresh.
The GAD-7 was developed by Drs. Robert L. Spitzer, Janet B.W. Williams, Kurt Kroenke and colleagues, with an educational grant from Pfizer Inc. No permission required to reproduce, translate, display or distribute.
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