This free anxiety test uses the GAD-7, a 7-question screening scale that clinicians use to gauge anxiety severity. It takes about a minute, your answers stay on your device, and it is completely private. Answer honestly based on the last two weeks, then read what your score means below. Remember that a screening is a starting point, not a diagnosis.
Anxiety Self-Test
A 7-question screening based on the GAD-7. Takes about a minute.
This is a screening tool, not a diagnosis. It can help you understand your symptoms, but only a clinician can diagnose an anxiety disorder. Your answers stay on your device — nothing is saved or sent.
Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by the following problems?
Instrument: GAD-7 (Spitzer et al., 2006), a validated, public-domain screening scale. If you are in crisis, call or text 988 anytime. Sacramento Mental Health treats adults 18 and older.
What This Anxiety Test Measures
The GAD-7 asks about seven common symptoms of anxiety, such as feeling nervous or on edge, being unable to stop worrying, trouble relaxing, and feeling afraid that something awful might happen. You rate how often each has bothered you over the past two weeks, and the answers add up to a score from 0 to 21. The higher the score, the more your symptoms line up with an anxiety disorder. It is one of the most widely used and well-validated anxiety screening tools in primary care and mental health settings.
How to Read Your Score
Your total falls into one of four ranges. These bands describe symptom severity; they do not, on their own, confirm a diagnosis.
| GAD-7 Score | What It Suggests |
|---|---|
| 0 – 4 | Minimal anxiety |
| 5 – 9 | Mild anxiety |
| 10 – 14 | Moderate anxiety |
| 15 – 21 | Severe anxiety |
Is This Anxiety Test a Diagnosis?
No. A high score does not mean you definitely have an anxiety disorder, and a low score does not rule one out. Only a licensed clinician can diagnose anxiety, through a full evaluation that considers your history and rules out other causes. What this test can do is give you language for what you are experiencing and help you decide whether to reach out. The National Institute of Mental Health describes anxiety disorders as common and highly treatable.
What to Do With Your Results
If your score is in the moderate or severe range, or if anxiety is interfering with your daily life at any score, it is worth talking with a professional. A good next step is a comprehensive assessment, which clarifies what is going on and what would help. To understand the bigger picture, including the types of anxiety and how it is treated, see our complete guide to anxiety treatment.
In Crisis Right Now?
If you or someone you love is in immediate psychiatric crisis, call or text 988 — the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Available 24/7, confidential, free.
If life is in danger, call 911. Sacramento Mental Health is a residential treatment program — not an acute crisis or emergency service.
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Explore anxiety treatment →Frequently Asked Questions About the Anxiety Test
Is this anxiety test free and private?
Yes. The test is completely free, and it runs entirely on your device. Your answers are not saved, sent, or shared with anyone, including us. Nothing about your responses leaves your browser.
How accurate is the GAD-7?
The GAD-7 is one of the most validated anxiety screening tools available and is widely used by clinicians. It is accurate as a screening measure, meaning it reliably flags when symptoms warrant a closer look, but it is a screen, not a diagnostic test.
What does my anxiety test score mean?
Scores range from 0 to 21: 0 to 4 is minimal, 5 to 9 is mild, 10 to 14 is moderate, and 15 to 21 is severe. Higher scores suggest more significant anxiety symptoms and a stronger reason to seek a professional assessment.
What should I do if I score high?
If you score in the moderate or severe range, or anxiety is affecting your daily life, consider talking with a clinician. A comprehensive assessment is a good next step. If you ever feel unsafe, call or text 988 any time.