For this test, you will need a pencil and paper to calculate your score. The point value to each question is listed by the answer you chose. Simply add the points to find your total. The meaning of your total result is listed below the test.
Please respond as honestly as possible.
Do you find it difficult to stop worrying?
Yes
No
Do you worry about things, such as family, work or school, more often than not?
Yes
No
Is it difficult for you to fall asleep due to all of the thoughts in your head?
Yes
No
Do you frequently feel restless or on edge even when nothing is going on around you to cause your feelings and worrying?
Yes
No
Is it hard for you to concentrate on specific tasks or do you
often notice your mind is wondering or ‘going blank.‘
Yes
No
Do you frequently feel irritable or tense even when nothing is going on which would justify your feelings?
Yes
No
Do friends or family members tell you that you worry too much about little things, are too high strung, or need to calm down?
Yes
No
Do you notice your muscles becoming tense frequently or feel tension in the muscles of your lower neck, back, or eyes?
Yes
No
Do you find it difficult to sit still without having to doodle, fiddle with something, or make other repetitious movements?
Yes
No
Have you ever noticed periods when you have symptoms such as sweaty palms, heart palpitations, or shallow
breathing?
Yes
No
Anxiety Test Results
**Please Note:** This test is NOT intended to give a diagnosis for anxiety. This test might be helpful in
identifying anxiety symptoms, and to help you in your decision to seek a professional medical evaluation.
Add one
point for every item you responded "yes" to. Use the
scale below to determine your estimated level of anxiety and our
recommendations for your situation. Please remember that other factors can
increase your score such as drug or alcohol use, some medical problems and caffeine.
No Anxiety Symptoms
You have been able to avoid anxiety. Keep handling your life situations as you always have but if you find anxiety or stress catching up with you, seek help to keep it under control.
1-4 Mild Anxiety
Some of the
items you responded to are symptoms of generalized anxiety
disorder and other disorders in this category. Your general
symptoms may be mild, but it might be wise to look into those
items which you know are causing problems for you to determine if they are also causing problems in other areas of your life.
5-10 Major Anxiety
You have
many of the symptoms commonly seen in people who
suffer from generalized anxiety disorder and other disorders
in this category. You worry excessively, feel out of control
at times, and fear that things will go wrong even without
information to support this. If anxiety is causing you
distress or getting in the way of achieving your goals,
our recommendations would include looking into therapy,
medication, or a support group.
