GAD-7

Anxiety Test

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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About the GAD-7

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What it checks

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

0–4 Minimal
5–9 Mild
10–14 Moderate
15–21 Severe

Source

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.

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