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Panic Attacks Self-Assessment

A brief assessment to understand what your panic looks like, when it hits, and what might actually be driving it.

2 min6 questionsBased on GAD-7 panic module (adapted)Free & private

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Understanding Your Panic Attacks

A brief assessment to understand what your panic looks like, when it hits, and what might actually be driving it.

Your severity level — mild, moderate, or significant
What’s driving YOUR panic attacks specifically
A personalized next step from Dr. Wellls

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This is not a clinical assessment. For medical concerns, consult a healthcare provider.

About This Assessment

Informed by GAD-7 panic screening and periaqueductal grey research (Lovick, 2014)

This panic attacks quiz uses 6 evidence-based questions informed by the GAD-7 panic module (adapted) to evaluate the severity and impact of panic attacks on your daily life. Your score is calculated from multiple dimensions including symptom frequency, intensity, and functional impact.

This is a screening tool, not a diagnosis. It draws on validated anxiety instruments and clinical research on hormonal panic mechanisms. It does not replace professional assessment. If you are experiencing frequent panic attacks, consult a healthcare provider who will evaluate cardiac, hormonal, and psychological factors.

Understanding Your Score

Emerging Panic Pattern(Score 1-3)

Your panic attacks are present but haven't taken over your daily life yet. This is actually an important window. Lovick's research shows that the brain's panic circuit becomes progressively more sensi

Established Panic Pattern(Score 4-6)

Your panic attacks are reshaping how you move through the world. The avoidance, the anticipatory dread, the way you scan every room for exits. This is your nervous system trying to protect you from a

Severe Panic Pattern(Score 7-10)

Your panic attacks are significantly limiting your life. Daily or near-daily attacks, avoidance of multiple situations, disrupted sleep, strained relationships. Your periaqueductal grey has lost its p

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this panic attacks quiz measure?

This panic attacks quiz uses 6 evidence-based questions informed by the GAD-7 panic module (adapted) to assess the severity and impact of panic attacks on your daily life. It evaluates multiple dimensions including symptom frequency, intensity, and how they affect your wellbeing.

How accurate is this panic attacks quiz?

This screening tool is informed by the GAD-7 panic module (adapted), a clinically validated instrument (Spitzer RL, Kroenke K, Williams JBW, Lowe B. (2006). A brief measure for assessing generalized anxiety disorder: the GAD-7. Archives of Internal Medicine, 166(10), 1092-1097.). While it provides a reliable indication of severity, it is not a diagnostic tool. For clinical diagnosis, consult a qualified healthcare provider.

Is this a medical diagnosis?

No. This is a screening tool, not a diagnosis. It provides an indication of panic attacks severity that you can discuss with your healthcare provider. For clinical diagnosis, consult a qualified medical professional. You can bring your results to your next doctor visit as a conversation starter.

How long does this panic attacks quiz take?

This assessment takes approximately 2 minutes to complete. It contains 6 evidence-based questions. Your results are immediate, private, and include personalized recommendations.

What should I do with my results?

Your results include a severity score and personalized recommendations. We suggest: (1) reviewing your score and what it means, (2) reading our in-depth article about panic attacks at wellls.com/problems/panic-attacks, (3) discussing your results with a healthcare provider, and (4) exploring our evidence-based lifestyle medicine recommendations for managing panic attacks.

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This self-assessment is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified health provider with any questions about a medical condition. If you are in crisis, call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or text HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line).