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Do I Have Anxiety?
The following screener is based on the GAD-7 (Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-item scale), a validated tool used by clinicians to measure the severity of anxiety symptoms. Rate each item based on how often you have been bothered by each problem over the last 2 weeks.
Common Signs of Anxiety
Anxiety can affect both the mind and body. Some people experience ongoing worry and overthinking, while others notice panic symptoms, irritability, muscle tension, or difficulty sleeping because their mind does not slow down.
- •Excessive worry or overthinking
- •Racing thoughts
- •Restlessness or feeling on edge
- •Trouble relaxing
- •Panic symptoms or a fast heartbeat
- •Sleep problems caused by worry or stress
Anxiety Screener (GAD-7)
Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by the following problems?
0 of 7 answered
1. Feeling nervous, anxious, or on edge
2. Not being able to stop or control worrying
3. Worrying too much about different things
4. Trouble relaxing
5. Being so restless that it is hard to sit still
6. Becoming easily annoyed or irritable
7. Feeling afraid, as if something awful might happen
This screener is based on the GAD-7 developed by Drs. Spitzer, Kroenke, Williams, and Löwe and is used for educational purposes only. It is not a diagnostic tool. Anxiety symptoms can overlap with depression, trauma, ADHD, sleep problems, and other conditions. A licensed provider can perform a full evaluation.
Source: Spitzer RL, Kroenke K, Williams JBW, Löwe B. "A brief measure for assessing generalized anxiety disorder: the GAD-7." Archives of Internal Medicine, 2006;166(10):1092-1097.
When to Seek Help for Anxiety
It may be time to seek help if worry, panic, restlessness, or racing thoughts are interfering with your sleep, concentration, relationships, work, or overall quality of life. Many people live with anxiety for a long time before realizing how much it is affecting them.
Treatment can help you feel calmer, think more clearly, sleep better, and manage stress in a healthier way.
Ready to Get Help for Anxiety?
Same-day anxiety evaluations are available across North Carolina. Our licensed psychiatric providers offer virtual assessments, treatment planning, and medication management when appropriate.
Same-Day Appointments Available
Most patients seen within 24 hours • All major insurance accepted • Licensed providers