Anxiety Screening Quiz

Use this quiz to help you determine
if you might need to see a mental health professional for diagnosis
and treatment of an anxiety or panic disorder.


Instructions: This is a screening measure to help you determine whether you might have an anxiety disorder that needs professional attention. This screening measure is not designed to make a diagnosis of an anxiety disorder or take the place of a professional diagnosis or consultation. Please take the time to fill out the below form as accurately, honestly and completely as possible.


Think back about how you've felt over the past month. Please choose how often you've experienced each of the following anxiety symptoms during that time:
Usually Often Sometimes Rarely Never
Pounding heart





Sweating





Trembling or shaking





Shortness of breath





Afraid or scared





Chest pain or discomfort





Usually Often Sometimes Rarely Never
Nausea or abdominal distress





Feeling dizzy or unsteady





Fear of losing control or going crazy





Numbness or tingling sensations





chills or hot flashes





Fear of dying





Usually Often Sometimes Rarely Never
Constant or persistent worry





Feeling of choking





Unable to relax





Feeling of being unreal





Nervous





Feeling shaky or wobbly





Usually Often Sometimes Rarely Never
Irritable or difficulty sleeping





Trembling hands





Avoid situations because of anxiety





Feeling lightheaded or faint