What is the GAD-7?
The Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-item scale (GAD-7) is a validated screening tool designed to measure the severity of anxiety symptoms over the past two weeks.
Created by Spitzer, Kroenke, Williams, and Löwe, the GAD-7 is a brief yet reliable instrument used worldwide in both clinical practice and research. It helps identify individuals who may benefit from further evaluation or treatment.
How It Works
1
Describe Your Experience
Answer 7 questions about how often you've experienced anxiety symptoms over the past two weeks.
2
Get Your Score
Your responses are summed to produce a severity score ranging from 0 to 21.
3
Review Your Results
Receive a severity classification from Minimal to Severe and learn about your anxiety patterns.
What You'll Learn
- Your anxiety severity level
- How your symptoms compare to clinical benchmarks
- Which anxiety patterns are most significant for you
- Whether professional support may be beneficial
At a Glance
Questions
7
Estimated Time
2 min
Based On
Validated research
Ready to get started?
Complete the GAD-7 to gauge your anxiety levels and learn about your anxiety patterns.
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