Free GAD-7 Anxiety Score Calculator
This tool helps you score the GAD-7 (Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7) screening questionnaire. For each item, choose how often you were bothered by the symptom over the last 2 weeks.
This calculator is an educational screening tool, not a diagnosis. If your symptoms are intense, persistent, or worsening, contact a licensed mental health professional.
What is the GAD-7?
The GAD-7 is a brief, validated screening questionnaire used to measure anxiety symptoms. It includes seven questions about common anxiety experiences over the previous two weeks. It is widely used in primary care, therapy, and research because it is quick, easy to score, and clinically useful.
Each response is scored from 0 to 3, producing a total score between 0 and 21. Higher scores suggest greater anxiety symptom burden.
How this gad 7 calculator works
Step-by-step
- Answer each of the seven questions based on the last 14 days.
- Choose one frequency option for every question.
- Click Calculate GAD-7 Score.
- Review your total score, severity range, and guidance message.
Scoring ranges
- 0-4: Minimal anxiety symptoms
- 5-9: Mild anxiety symptoms
- 10-14: Moderate anxiety symptoms
- 15-21: Severe anxiety symptoms
How to interpret your result
Your score should be viewed as a starting point for reflection and discussion, not as a final conclusion about your mental health.
Minimal range (0-4)
You may have occasional stress with limited day-to-day interference. Keep up healthy routines and monitor changes over time.
Mild range (5-9)
Symptoms may be noticeable, especially during pressure or uncertainty. Self-care strategies can help, and periodic rescreening is useful.
Moderate range (10-14)
This level often affects functioning more consistently. It may be a good time to speak with a therapist, counselor, or physician for fuller assessment and support options.
Severe range (15-21)
Symptoms can be intense and disruptive. Seeking prompt professional evaluation is strongly recommended so you can build a targeted treatment plan.
Practical actions you can take today
- Track sleep, caffeine intake, and stress triggers for 1-2 weeks.
- Practice slow breathing (for example, 4-6 breaths per minute) for 5 minutes daily.
- Set a brief “worry time” to reduce all-day rumination.
- Increase light physical activity, such as walking most days of the week.
- Reach out to a trusted friend, family member, or therapist.
Important limitations
- The GAD-7 is a screening tool, not a standalone diagnostic test.
- Scores may vary due to temporary stress, illness, sleep deprivation, or substance use.
- A clinician considers broader context, history, medical factors, and differential diagnosis.
When to seek urgent help
If you feel unsafe, overwhelmed, or have thoughts of harming yourself or others, seek immediate local emergency support. You deserve timely, compassionate care.
FAQ
How often should I retake the GAD-7?
Many people repeat it every 2-4 weeks to observe trends, especially after starting therapy, medication changes, or lifestyle interventions.
Can I have anxiety with a low score?
Yes. A low score does not rule out distress. Clinical conversations are still valuable if symptoms concern you.
What score suggests I should contact a professional?
A score of 10 or higher is commonly used as a threshold for further clinical evaluation, but any troubling symptoms justify reaching out.
Is this calculator private?
This page calculates in your browser and does not send your responses anywhere in this demo implementation.