Do I Have Anxiety? | GAD-7 Assessment

Mental Health Self-Assessment

Do I Have
Anxiety?

Taking self-assessments like the Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7) for generalized anxiety can help you understand yourself better. They can also help you quickly check for common symptoms, notice patterns, and provide a starting point for talking with a doctor or therapist.

01 Quickly check for common symptoms of anxiety and depression.

02 Notice patterns and how they relate to your feelings.

03 Use your results as a starting point for a conversation with a healthcare professional.

Over the last two weeks

How often have you been bothered by the following problems? Select the answer that best describes your experience.

1 Feeling nervous, anxious, or on edge

Not at all 0 points Several days 1 point More than half the days 2 points Nearly every day 3 points

2 Not being able to stop or control worrying

Not at all 0 points Several days 1 point More than half the days 2 points Nearly every day 3 points

3 Worrying too much about different things

Not at all 0 points Several days 1 point More than half the days 2 points Nearly every day 3 points

4 Trouble relaxing

Not at all 0 points Several days 1 point More than half the days 2 points Nearly every day 3 points

5 Being so restless that it’s hard to sit still

Not at all 0 points Several days 1 point More than half the days 2 points Nearly every day 3 points

6 Becoming easily annoyed or irritable

Not at all 0 points Several days 1 point More than half the days 2 points Nearly every day 3 points

7 Feeling afraid as if something awful might happen

Not at all 0 points Several days 1 point More than half the days 2 points Nearly every day 3 points

Please answer all seven questions before calculating your score.

Total Score

0

Minimal anxiety

Possible score: 0–21

About the GAD-7

Taking self-assessments like the Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7) for generalized anxiety can help you understand yourself better. They can also help you quickly check for common symptoms, notice patterns and how they relate to your feelings, and provide a starting point for talking with a doctor or therapist.

These assessments are used worldwide in routine clinical practice to help people understand their mental health.

To get the most accurate results, complete the questionnaire in a quiet, private space and use the same version each time to track changes consistently.

Understanding Your Score

Add the scores for each question. Your total score can range from 0 to 21.

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

If your score is elevated or your symptoms are persistent or concerning, consider sharing your results with a medical or mental health professional. A healthcare provider can help determine whether further evaluation or treatment may be appropriate.

Important: Self-assessments do not provide a diagnosis. Only a qualified health professional can diagnose a mental health condition and recommend treatment.