GAD-7 (Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-item scale)

The GAD-7 is a brief questionnaire used by healthcare providers to assess the severity of generalized anxiety disorder symptoms. It consists of 7 questions about feelings of nervousness, worry, or fear experienced over the past two weeks. Patients rate how often they've experienced each symptom, allowing clinicians to gauge the level of anxiety and determine if additional evaluation or treatment is needed. The GAD-7 is a validated, quick, and standardized tool that helps track changes in anxiety over time.