Generalized Anxiety Test Step 1 of 20 5% This confidential assessment is for veterans who feel weighed down by constant worry. It’s an informational tool to help you see if your symptoms align with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). Disclaimer: This tool is not a substitute for a professional diagnosis. If your results suggest potential symptoms of generalized anxiety, we recommend consulting a licensed mental health professional. Directions Read each question carefully and consider your consistent experiences over the past six months. Select the option that best represents your experience. Answer all 20 questions honestly to ensure accurate results. There are no right or wrong answers. Your results will provide an overview of how your experiences align with common symptoms of generalized anxiety and suggest next steps based on your score.1. Do you find yourself worrying excessively about various things (like finances, family, health, or the future) on more days than not? Never Rarely Sometimes Often Always 2. Do you feel like you can't shut off or control your worry? Never Rarely Sometimes Often Always 3. Do you often feel restless, 'keyed up,' or on edge, like you can't sit still? Never Rarely Sometimes Often Always 4. Do you feel physically drained or fatigued easily, even without much exertion? Never Rarely Sometimes Often Always 5. Do you have trouble concentrating, or does your mind sometimes 'go blank' because of worry? Never Rarely Sometimes Often Always 6. Do you find yourself becoming easily irritable or 'short-fused' with people? Never Rarely Sometimes Often Always 7. Do you carry a lot of physical tension in your muscles, like in your shoulders, neck, or jaw? Never Rarely Sometimes Often Always 8. Do you have trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or is your sleep generally restless and unsatisfying? Never Rarely Sometimes Often Always 9. Does this constant worry and anxiety get in the way of your daily life, your job, or your relationships? Never Rarely Sometimes Often Always 10. Do you spend a lot of time thinking through 'what if' scenarios and preparing for the worst-case outcome? Never Rarely Sometimes Often Always 11. Do you find yourself constantly seeking reassurance from others that things will be okay? Never Rarely Sometimes Often Always 12. Does it feel almost impossible for you to truly relax or let your guard down? Never Rarely Sometimes Often Always 13. Do you have physical symptoms like sweating, trembling, nausea, or a racing heart, even when not in a stressful situation? Never Rarely Sometimes Often Always 14. Do you put off tasks because the thought of doing them makes you anxious? Never Rarely Sometimes Often Always 15. Do you live with a persistent feeling of dread, like something bad is just around the corner? Never Rarely Sometimes Often Always 16. Does your worry cause you to avoid certain situations, places, or even making phone calls? Never Rarely Sometimes Often Always 17. Do you find yourself over-planning or making endless lists as a way to manage your worry? Never Rarely Sometimes Often Always 18. Is it difficult to make a decision because you’re worried you’ll make the wrong one? Never Rarely Sometimes Often Always 19. Do you recognize that you worry far more than the situation actually calls for? Never Rarely Sometimes Often Always 20. Have these feelings of anxiety been a consistent part of your life for at least the last six months? Never Rarely Sometimes Often Always