GAD-7 Anxiety Screening Calculator
The GAD-7 is a seven-item generalised-anxiety questionnaire scored from 0 to 21. Each item is rated 0 (not at all) to 3 (nearly every day) over the last two weeks. Totals of 5, 10 and 15 mark the thresholds for mild, moderate and severe anxiety, with 10 or more a common referral cut-point.
Quick answer
The GAD-7 is a seven-item generalised-anxiety questionnaire. Each item is rated 0 (not at all) to 3 (nearly every day) over the last two weeks, giving a total of 0 to 21. Scores of 5, 10 and 15 are the thresholds for mild, moderate and severe anxiety, and a score of 10 or more is a common cut-point for further assessment.
Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered byβ¦
Minimal anxiety (0β4)
The GAD-7 total is 0/21: minimal anxiety (0β4).
A score of 10 or more is a common cut-point for further assessment. The GAD-7 supports β but does not replace β a clinical assessment and diagnosis.
How to use the GAD-7 calculator
- 1Answer each of the seven items. For each of the seven problems over the last two weeks, choose 0 (not at all), 1 (several days), 2 (more than half the days) or 3 (nearly every day).
- 2Read the total and band. The tool adds the seven items (0β21) and shows the severity band: minimal, mild, moderate or severe.
- 3Interpret with a clinician. A score of 10 or more is commonly used as a threshold for further assessment of generalised anxiety. The GAD-7 supports, but does not replace, a clinical assessment.
Medical disclaimer: This is general health information, not medical advice. It does not diagnose or treat any condition, and the results are estimates based on public reference formulas. Always consult a qualified doctor about your individual health. If you think you may have a medical emergency, contact your local emergency services immediately.
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Book a consultationFrequently asked questions
What GAD-7 score suggests anxiety?β
A score of 10 or more is a recommended cut-point for probable generalised anxiety disorder and for further assessment, with bands at 5, 10 and 15 marking mild, moderate and severe anxiety. A clinician makes the diagnosis.
Does the GAD-7 only screen for generalised anxiety?β
It was developed for generalised anxiety disorder, but it also performs reasonably as a screen for panic, social anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder. A clinician decides which condition the symptoms fit.
Can the GAD-7 be used with the PHQ-9?β
Yes. The GAD-7 and PHQ-9 share the same response format and are often used together because anxiety and depression frequently co-occur. Each is scored separately.
Is my data stored?β
No. The calculator runs entirely in your browser; nothing you enter is sent to a server.
Sources & validation
This calculator reproduces the published GAD-7 score, validated for screening for and grading the severity of generalised anxiety.
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