For adults aged 18+

Anxiety test for adults

Worry, tension or feeling on edge can be difficult to explain. An anxiety questionnaire can help you describe how often these experiences have been happening.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7)

What does it cover?

  • Feeling nervous or on edge
  • Worry that is hard to control
  • Trouble relaxing and feeling restless

An anxiety questionnaire cannot identify every anxiety disorder or replace an assessment.

Before you start

Answer the questions, then enter your email address to receive your report. We’ll ask you to confirm your email before sending it.

Questionnaire7 questions and a question about daily life
TimeAbout 3 minutes

About this questionnaire

This questionnaire uses the Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 questionnaire, or GAD-7. Its seven questions ask about symptoms over the past two weeks. It focuses on generalized anxiety symptoms; other anxiety concerns may need a different assessment.

Read the questionnaire sourceUnderstanding anxiety — NIMH

A questionnaire can describe experiences. A qualified professional considers your history, health and circumstances when assessing them.

Questions about this test

What does the GAD-7 measure?

The GAD-7 asks about the frequency of generalized anxiety symptoms during the past two weeks.

Is this the same as a social anxiety test?

The GAD-7 and social anxiety questionnaires have different purposes. The social anxiety page focuses on anxiety in social situations.

Does an anxiety result explain why I feel this way?

No. A questionnaire describes symptoms. Understanding their causes and choosing support requires a fuller conversation.

Is this online test free?

There is no charge to complete this questionnaire or receive its report. Therapy is a separate service; contact the care team to ask about fees and suitable support.

How do I get my result?

After the final question, enter your email and confirm it using the code we send. Your report will explain your score, the relevant result range and next steps. Results are available only in the email.