Is it stress, or is it Anxiety?
We all worry sometimes, but when "what if" thoughts start to take over your life, it might be something more. Take our 2-minute anxiety check-in to measure your symptom severity and discover the next steps toward peace of mind.
General Anxiety Disorder-7
(GAD-7)
Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by any of the following problems?
(Please select the answer that best fits your experience.)
1. Feeling nervous, anxious, or on edge
Not at all (0)
Several days (+1)
More than half the days (+2)
Nearly every day (+3)
2. Not being able to stop or control worrying
Not at all (0)
Several days (+1)
More than half the days (+2)
Nearly every day (+3)
3. Worrying too much about different things
Not at all (0)
Several days (+1)
More than half the days (+2)
Nearly every day (+3)
4. Trouble relaxing
Not at all (0)
Several days (+1)
More than half the days (+2)
Nearly every day (+3)
5. Being so restless that it's hard to sit still
Not at all (0)
Several days (+1)
More than half the days (+2)
Nearly every day (+3)
6. Becoming easily annoyed or irritable
Not at all (0)
Several days (+1)
More than half the days (+2)
Nearly every day (+3)
7. Feeling afraid as if something awful might happen
Not at all (0)
Several days (+1)
More than half the days (+2)
Nearly every day (+3)
GAD-7 Management Summary
Score (Depression Severity)
Comments
0 - 4 (Minimal or none)
May not require treatment
Possible clinically significant condition
5 - 9 (Mild)
Monitor
10 - 14 (Moderate)
Active treatment probably warranted
>15 (Severe)
Disclaimer: This tool is a screening measure, not a diagnosis. A clinical interview with a licensed therapist is the best way to understand your mental health.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Depression Assessment
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime. If you’re feeling ready, go ahead and apply.
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Yes. The GAD-7 was developed by Dr. Robert L. Spitzer and his colleagues. It is a gold-standard screening tool used by doctors and therapists worldwide to measure the severity of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Social Phobia, and Panic Disorder.
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Many people think anxiety is just "worrying," but the research behind the GAD-7 shows that physical restlessness and emotional irritability are key indicators of how your nervous system is processing stress.
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If your score indicates mild to severe symptoms, we recommend booking an initial consultation. Bringing your score to your first session can be a great "conversation starter" to help your therapist understand exactly where you are struggling.
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Research shows that a score of 10 or higher has high sensitivity for detecting Generalized Anxiety Disorder. It is also effective at identifying signs of Social Phobia and PTSD (where a lower cutoff of 8 is often used by clinicians).
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