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Screening for Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

by Amy Scholten, MPH

The purpose of screening is early diagnosis and treatment. Screening tests are usually administered to people without current symptoms, but who may be at high risk for certain diseases or conditions.

There are no screening tests or screening guidelines for generalized anxiety disorder.



Last reviewed November 2004 by Jeff Andrews, MD

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