GAD-7 Screener – CARE Method AI

⚠️ Important Disclaimer:
This tool is for educational and screening purposes only. It is not a diagnostic tool and should not replace professional medical advice. If you're experiencing symptoms of anxiety, please consult with a qualified healthcare provider.

🧘 GAD-7 Anxiety Screener

Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-Item Scale

The GAD-7 is a brief, validated screening tool for generalized anxiety disorder. It is commonly used alongside the PHQ-9 for comprehensive mental health screening. Please answer how often you have been bothered by the following problems over the last 2 weeks.

📊 Did you know? The GAD-7 has been validated across diverse populations and is recommended by major health organizations for anxiety screening in primary care settings.

Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by:

Results

Total GAD-7 Score 0 /21

Anxiety Severity -

Severity Percentage 0%

Anxiety Severity Gauge

Anxiety Symptom Pattern

Understanding Your Results

Physical Symptoms of Anxiety:

Rapid heartbeat
Sweating or trembling
Shortness of breath
Muscle tension
Fatigue
Sleep difficulties

Emotional Symptoms of Anxiety:

Excessive worry
Feeling of impending doom
Difficulty concentrating
Irritability
Restlessness
Avoidance behaviors

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GAD-7 Severity Scale Reference

Score Range	Severity	Prevalence	Typical Intervention
0-4	Minimal	~50% of population	Self-monitoring
5-9	Mild	~20% of population	Watchful waiting
10-14	Moderate	~20% of population	Consider treatment
15-21	Severe	~10% of population	Active treatment recommended

Resources

Immediate Help:

Crisis Text Line: Text "ANXIETY" to 741741
SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357
Anxiety & Depression Association of America: adaa.org

Self-Help Resources:

ADAA Self-Help Tools: adaa.org/self-help
Anxiety Canada: anxietycanada.com
MindShift CBT App (free)

Find a Therapist:

Psychology Today: psychologytoday.com
ADAA Therapist Directory: adaa.org/find-a-therapist

Take PHQ-9