Welcome. This tool is designed by a clinical psychologist to help you identify potential patterns of anxiety based on the latest research. Your privacy is protected; no identifying data is stored from this assessment.
Research Foundation & Disclaimer
This screener is based on criteria from the **Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5)** and clinical measures like the **Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-Item Scale (GAD-7)** and the **Social Phobia Inventory (SPIN)**. The goal is to flag symptom clusters consistent with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD), and Panic Disorder (PD).
IMPORTANT: This is a screening tool, not a diagnostic instrument. Only a qualified mental health professional can provide a formal diagnosis and treatment plan.
Part I: Symptom Frequency (Over the Last 2 Weeks)
Your Assessment Summary
Overall Anxiety Severity:
Most Prominent Symptom Pattern
How Anxiety May Be Affecting Your Life
Impaired Functioning: Chronic anxiety, worry, and avoidance can significantly reduce your effectiveness at work or school, making concentration and decision-making difficult.
Social Isolation: Fear of judgment (SAD) or fear of panic (PD) often leads to avoiding social events, dating, or professional networking, leading to loneliness.
Physical Health: Persistent muscle tension, fatigue, and poor sleep (common in GAD) can worsen physical conditions like migraines, digestive issues (IBS), and chronic pain.
Relationship Strain: Irritability, need for constant reassurance, or avoidance behaviors can place significant strain on relationships with partners, family, and friends.
Immediate Coping Strategies (Psychoeducation)
1. Diaphragmatic Breathing:
When anxiety spikes, practice slow, deep breathing: Inhale for 4 seconds (filling your belly), hold for 2, exhale slowly for 6. This activates your parasympathetic nervous system.
2. Cognitive Defusion:
Anxious thoughts are not facts. When a worry appears, label it: "I am having the thought that [X will happen]." This creates distance and weakens the thought's power.
3. Opposite Action (Behavioral):
If you are avoiding a situation (social or otherwise), commit to a small, manageable step toward it. Exposure, done gradually and safely, is the most powerful method for reducing avoidance.
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