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GAD-7 Based Questionnaire

Free Online Anxiety Test

Take a quick, clinically informed anxiety screening questionnaire for adults. Get your results instantly and see whether your traits align with patterns commonly associated with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).

Free, private, and no email required for your basic results.

A simple way to explore anxiety levels in adults.

About this anxiety self-assessment

This free anxiety test uses the Generalised Anxiety Disorder 7-item scale (GAD-7) — one of the most recognised tools for screening symptoms of anxiety. It takes less than 2 minutes to complete and gives you a clear starting point to understand your anxiety level.

You’ll also answer 15 additional, carefully designed questions to help us build a more meaningful personalised report (optional).

A simple three-step process

1

Answer the questions

Start by completing the 7 GAD-7 questions, followed by additional questions that explore physical symptoms, thoughts, behaviours and daily impact.

2

View your free results instantly

You'll see your GAD-7 score straight away, with a simple explanation of what that score commonly represents.

3

Unlock your personalised report (optional)

For a clearer picture of your patterns, you can choose to unlock a detailed PDF based on all 22 questions.

What is the GAD-7 anxiety questionnaire?

Our anxiety test is built on the GAD-7, developed by Dr. Robert L. Spitzer, Dr. Janet B.W. Williams, and Dr. Kurt Kroenke. First published in 2006, the GAD-7 is used worldwide in healthcare and research as a reliable way to screen for anxiety symptoms.

Why it’s trusted:

Backed by peer-reviewed research
Used by NHS, APA & Mayo Clinic
Measures anxiety severity
Quick and simple
Internally validated
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GAD-7 at a glance

Quick reference
Questions7
Score range0–21
Severity bands4 levels
StatusEvidence-based
Severity Bands
MinimalMildModerateSevere

Why we ask additional questions

The GAD-7 measures seven symptom areas. To understand your anxiety pattern more fully, we include 15 extra questions exploring:
Group 1

Physical symptoms

TensionRestlessnessSleepPhysical reactivity
Group 2

Cognitive patterns

OverthinkingIntrusive thoughtsDifficulty switching off
Group 3

Behavioural habits

AvoidanceReassurance seekingPerfectionism
Group 4

Impact on daily life

ConcentrationRoutine disruptionEmotional load
Group 5

Your main trigger

WorkSocial settingsConflictHealth worriesUncertaintyFinances

These questions help create a clearer, more accurate anxiety profile— something a simple score can’t offer alone.

A responsible approach

This is a screening tool, not a diagnosis. It's designed to help you reflect on potential anxiety traits and decide whether further support may be useful.

If your symptoms significantly affect your daily life, consider speaking with a licensed professional.

Ready to get started?

Choose a free test and get your results in minutes.