Generalized Anxiety Disorder 2 Item (GAD-2)

The GAD-2 is a brief self-report tool used to screen for generalized anxiety disorder. It consists of the first two items of the GAD-7 and helps in identifying individuals who may need further evaluation.

Overview

The GAD-2 is used to screen for generalized anxiety disorder.

TARGET POPULATION

Adults

NUMBER OF ITEMS

2

TIME TO COMPLETE

1-2

minutes

FORMAT

Self-report

Scoring and Interpretation

Scoring Method: Each item is scored on a 0-3 scale, with higher scores indicating greater severity.

Interpretation: Higher total scores indicate greater severity of anxiety symptoms.

Psychometric Properties

Reliability: High internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha = 0.82)

Validity: Validated through numerous studies correlating GAD-2 scores with clinical assessments of anxiety.

Clinical Usage

Administration Instructions: Self-administered.

Frequency: Used at initial assessment and periodically to monitor symptoms.

Use Cases: Used in clinical and research settings to assess and monitor anxiety.

Research and References
Kroenke, K., Spitzer, R. L., Williams, J. B. W., et al. (2007). Anxiety disorders in primary care: prevalence, impairment, comorbidity, and detection. Annals of Internal Medicine, 146(5), 317-325.

Related Assessments

GAD-7,

PHQ-9

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Generalized Anxiety Disorder 2 Item (GAD-2) FAQS

What is the GAD-2 used for?

The GAD-2 is used to screen for generalized anxiety disorder.

How is the GAD-2 scored?

Each item is scored on a 0-3 scale, with higher scores indicating greater severity.

Who uses the GAD-2?

It is typically self-administered by adults.

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