Screen for Anxiety Disorders, Social Anxiety & Panic in 2 Minutes
This free anxiety test uses the GAD-7 (Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7), a clinically-validated screening tool for anxiety disorders including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorder, and test anxiety. Used by healthcare professionals worldwide to identify and assess anxiety symptom severity.
Screens for GAD and excessive worry
Identifies fear of social situations and judgment
Detects panic attacks and panic disorder indicators
Assesses anxiety related to tests and performance
✓ Used by mental health professionals for anxiety screening
✓ Scientifically validated GAD-7 assessment tool
✓ Free AI therapy recommendations for all results
The GAD-7 (Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7) is a clinically-validated screening tool used worldwide to assess anxiety severity. It measures symptoms based on DSM-5 criteria for anxiety disorders and can identify generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and other anxiety conditions. This test is used by doctors, therapists, and psychiatrists as a first-line anxiety screening tool.
Social Anxiety Disorder (Social Phobia) involves intense fear of social situations and being judged or embarrassed. Symptoms include:
• Extreme fear of social interactions, especially with strangers
• Worry about embarrassing yourself in social situations
• Physical symptoms like blushing, sweating, trembling when around others
• Avoiding social situations due to fear
This test screens for social anxiety symptoms. High scores combined with fear of social situations suggest you should discuss social anxiety evaluation with a mental health professional.
Test anxiety is a type of performance anxiety involving excessive worry before or during exams. Strategies to manage test anxiety:
1. Preparation: Study well in advance, use practice tests, develop effective study habits
2. Relaxation Techniques: Deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, visualization
3. Cognitive Strategies: Challenge negative thoughts, use positive self-talk, reframe anxiety as excitement
4. Lifestyle: Get adequate sleep, exercise regularly, limit caffeine
5. Test-Taking Skills: Read instructions carefully, skip difficult questions and return later, manage time effectively
If test anxiety is severe and interfering with performance, speak with a school counselor or therapist. Our free AI therapist can provide personalized test anxiety coping strategies.
There are several types of anxiety disorders:
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): Excessive worry about many aspects of daily life for 6+ months. Symptoms include restlessness, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, muscle tension.
Social Anxiety Disorder: Intense fear of social situations and judgment by others. May avoid social interactions or endure them with extreme distress.
Panic Disorder: Recurrent unexpected panic attacks (sudden intense fear with physical symptoms like racing heart, sweating, trembling). Fear of future panic attacks.
Specific Phobias: Intense fear of specific objects or situations (heights, flying, animals, etc.)
Separation Anxiety: Excessive anxiety about separation from attachment figures (common in children, can occur in adults)
Many people have symptoms of multiple anxiety types. Professional evaluation helps identify the specific type(s) for targeted treatment.
Social anxiety commonly develops during adolescence (ages 12-18). Teen social anxiety is different from normal shyness:
Normal Teen Shyness: Temporary nervousness in new situations that improves with time
Social Anxiety Disorder: Persistent, intense fear of social situations that doesn't improve; interferes with school, friendships, and activities
Teen-Specific Social Anxiety Symptoms:
• Fear of speaking in class or presentations
• Avoiding school social events, cafeteria, group activities
• Extreme worry about peer judgment or embarrassment
• Physical symptoms (blushing, sweating, shaking) in social situations
• Difficulty making or keeping friends due to anxiety
This test is validated for teens age 12+. If you're a teenager with high anxiety scores, discuss results with a parent, school counselor, or mental health professional. Early treatment is very effective for teen social anxiety.
Seek professional evaluation if:
• Your test score indicates moderate to severe anxiety
• Anxiety interferes with work, school, relationships, or daily activities
• You're experiencing panic attacks
• Social anxiety prevents you from normal social interactions
• You avoid situations due to fear or anxiety
• Physical symptoms (rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath, dizziness) are frequent
• Self-help strategies haven't helped
• You're using alcohol or drugs to cope with anxiety
Effective treatments for anxiety disorders include cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure therapy, medication (SSRIs, SNRIs), and lifestyle changes. Many people benefit from a combination of approaches.
This free anxiety test (GAD-7) screens for generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and general anxiety symptoms. It identifies severity of anxiety including excessive worry, restlessness, irritability, difficulty concentrating, sleep problems, and physical tension. While primarily designed for generalized anxiety, it's effective at identifying various anxiety disorder symptoms.
Yes. The GAD-7 identifies symptoms common to social anxiety disorder including excessive worry, fear, and avoidance behaviors. While not specifically designed for social anxiety, high scores combined with fear of social situations, worry about judgment, or avoidance of social interactions strongly suggest social anxiety disorder. We recommend discussing social anxiety evaluation with a mental health professional if you experience these symptoms.
Test anxiety can be effectively managed through:
Before the test: Prepare thoroughly, study consistently (not cramming), use practice tests, maintain healthy sleep and exercise habits, limit caffeine.
During the test: Use deep breathing, read instructions carefully, skip difficult questions and return later, focus on one question at a time.
Cognitive techniques: Replace negative thoughts ("I'll fail") with realistic ones ("I've prepared well"), use positive self-talk, reframe anxiety as excitement/alertness.
Long-term: Practice relaxation techniques regularly, address underlying perfectionism or fear of failure with a therapist if needed. Our free AI therapist can provide personalized test anxiety coping strategies.
Yes! Our anxiety test (GAD-7) is 100% free with no hidden costs, no sign-up, and no email required. We believe mental health screening should be accessible to everyone. You'll get instant results with personalized recommendations and free access to our AI therapist.
No. The GAD-7 is a clinically-validated screening tool that identifies anxiety symptoms, not a diagnostic test. Only a licensed mental health professional (psychologist, psychiatrist, therapist) can diagnose anxiety disorders through comprehensive clinical evaluation. This test helps you understand your symptoms and decide if you should seek professional help.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): Involves excessive, persistent worry about many aspects of daily life (work, health, family, finances, etc.) for 6+ months. Anxiety is present most of the time, not just in specific situations.
Social Anxiety Disorder (Social Phobia): Involves intense fear specifically of social situations and being judged or embarrassed by others. Anxiety is triggered by social interactions but may be minimal when alone.
Key Differences: GAD is constant and broad; social anxiety is situation-specific (triggered by social interactions). Many people have both conditions. Treatment approaches differ, making accurate diagnosis important.
The GAD-7 is highly reliable and validated with 89% sensitivity and 82% specificity for generalized anxiety disorder. It's the most widely used anxiety screening tool in clinical practice worldwide and has been validated across diverse populations including adults, adolescents, and different ethnic groups. However, it's a screening tool that identifies symptoms requiring further evaluation, not a diagnostic instrument.
Yes. The GAD-7 is validated for use in adolescents age 12+ and adults. Social anxiety disorder commonly develops during teenage years (ages 12-18), making early screening important. Teen social anxiety symptoms may include fear of speaking in class, avoiding school social events, excessive worry about peer judgment, and difficulty making friends. Teens with high anxiety scores should discuss results with a parent, school counselor, or mental health professional. Early treatment (often cognitive-behavioral therapy) is very effective for teen anxiety.
Based on your results, we provide personalized recommendations including:
• Free AI therapy sessions (face-to-face) for immediate support and coping strategies
• Crisis resources if you're experiencing severe anxiety or panic attacks
• Professional referral recommendations for comprehensive evaluation
• Specific guidance for social anxiety, test anxiety, or panic symptoms
• Access to guided meditations, breathing exercises, and anxiety management techniques
• Information about treatment options (therapy, medication, lifestyle changes)
For moderate to severe anxiety, we strongly recommend speaking with a mental health professional for proper diagnosis and treatment planning.
You can retake this test anytime to monitor your anxiety levels. Many people find it helpful to test every 2-4 weeks, especially if they're undergoing treatment (therapy, medication, lifestyle changes) or learning new coping strategies. Regular screening helps track symptom changes and treatment effectiveness. If you have an anxiety disorder, tracking anxiety levels can help you and your therapist adjust treatment as needed.