GAD-7 Anxiety Calculator
Assess generalized anxiety severity using the standardized 7-item Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD-7) scale.
Input Parameters
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GAD-7 Score
Expert Tip
A score of 10 or greater on GAD-7 represents a reasonable cutpoint for identifying cases of generalized anxiety disorder.
Calculation Methodology & Details
Formula
Assesses primary generalized anxiety symptoms over the prior two weeks.
Important Disclaimer
The calculations provided are for educational and general informational purposes only. They do not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider.
How GAD-7 is Evaluated
Follow these steps to use this calculator:
Answer honestly
Select frequency matches for each anxiety symptom.
Read Assessment
Check severity rating and clinical definitions.
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ℹ️ About this Calculation
This psychiatric and behavioral health screening tool evaluates symptom severity across standardized clinical inventories (PHQ-9, GAD-7, PCL-5, HAM-A) established by the APA and DSM-5 diagnostic criteria.
Variable Glossary
Symptom Responses
Self-reported frequency Likert items over the past 2 weeks (not at all, several days, nearly every day).
Severity Classification
Cumulative score cutoffs demarcating minimal, mild, moderate, moderately severe, and severe symptom tiers.
How to Calculate Step-by-Step
Step 1
Read each psychometric statement reflecting your recent thoughts, mood, or sleep quality.
Step 2
Select the rating option that best matches your experience over the designated recall timeframe.
Step 3
Review your total composite score, clinical category severity interpretation, and guidance recommendations.