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GAD-7: Anxiety Self-Check
The Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-item (GAD-7) scale is a widely used screening tool for generalized anxiety disorder. This screener helps you reflect on symptoms of anxiety you may have experienced over the past two weeks.
⏱️ Time to complete: ~2 minutes👥 For ages: 12 and up
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Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by the following problems?
Select the option that best applies to each question.
1. Feeling nervous, anxious, or on edge
2. Not being able to stop or control worrying
3. Worrying too much about different things
4. Trouble relaxing
5. Being so restless that it is hard to sit still
6. Becoming easily annoyed or irritable
7. Feeling afraid as if something awful might happen
8. If you checked off any problems above, how difficult have these problems made it for you to do your work, take care of things at home, or get along with other people?
Important Information
About This Tool: The GAD-7 was developed by Drs. Spitzer, Williams, and Kroenke and is freely available for non-commercial use. It is a widely used tool for screening generalized anxiety disorder.
Disclaimer: This screener is for informational purposes only and does not provide a diagnosis. Z Psychology did not create or modify this tool.
When to Seek Help: If you scored in the moderate to severe range, we encourage you to speak with a licensed mental health provider.