Anxiety Screening Test (GAD-7)

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The GAD-7 (Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7) is the most widely used anxiety screening instrument in clinical practice worldwide, developed by Spitzer, Kroenke, Williams, and Löwe in 2006. It is used by the NHS, the US Department of Veterans Affairs, and primary care physicians across more than 50 countries.

7 Questions Core symptoms of generalized anxiety experienced over the past two weeks.
0–21 Total Score Scored 0 to 3 per item based on frequency of each symptom.
4 Bands Severity Minimal, mild, moderate, and severe anxiety. A score of 10 or above indicates clinically significant symptoms.

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This test is based on the GAD-7 (Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7) and is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not a clinical diagnostic tool and does not constitute medical advice. Anxiety disorders are diagnosed through a comprehensive clinical assessment, not through a questionnaire. If you are concerned about your wellbeing, please consider speaking with a qualified healthcare professional.

FAQs

What is the GAD-7?

The Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7) is a validated self-report screening instrument for anxiety, developed by Drs. Robert L. Spitzer, Kurt Kroenke, Janet B.W. Williams, and Bernd Lowe. Its seven items assess symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder as defined in the DSM-IV. It is one of the most widely used anxiety screening tools in primary care worldwide and has been released by Pfizer for unrestricted use.

How is the GAD-7 scored?

Each of the seven items is scored 0 to 3 (Not at all = 0, Nearly every day = 3), for a total score of 0 to 21:

  • 0 to 4: Minimal or no anxiety
  • 5 to 9: Mild anxiety
  • 10 to 14: Moderate anxiety
  • 15 to 21: Severe anxiety

How accurate is this screener?

The GAD-7 has a sensitivity of 89% and a specificity of 82% for detecting generalized anxiety disorder at a cutoff score of 10. These are strong properties for a brief self-report instrument. However, a high score does not confirm a diagnosis, and a low score does not rule one out. A clinical assessment by a trained professional is always required for diagnosis.

Is my data stored anywhere?

No. OmLumi has a strong commitment to user privacy and does not collect any personal data. All scoring happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your answers are never transmitted to any server, stored in a database, or shared with any third party. No account or login is required, and results are available instantly. When you close the tab, your answers are gone.

What should I do with my results?

If your score is 10 or above, consider sharing your results with a doctor or mental health professional. The GAD-7 is designed to start a conversation with a healthcare provider, not to replace one. Scores can also be affected by physical illness, caffeine, sleep deprivation, and life circumstances. A trained clinician can help you understand what the score means for your specific situation.

REFERENCES

Spitzer RL, Kroenke K, Williams JBW, Lowe B. A brief measure for assessing generalized anxiety disorder. Arch Intern Med. 2006;166:1092-1097. doi:10.1001/archinte.166.10.1092

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