The ROOTS Method™
Your plan follows our 5-step framework
R
Reset
Calm the body first
O
Observe
Notice the trigger
O
Origin
Find the root
T
Transform
Reframe + plan
S
Soothe
Heal self & relationships
Each section below is tagged with the ROOTS step it belongs to, so you always know where you are in the journey.
About the GAD-7
Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-item Scale
The GAD-7 is a clinically validated questionnaire used worldwide to screen for generalized anxiety disorder and assess symptom severity. It takes approximately 2-3 minutes to complete.
How it works:
- • Answer 7 questions about your feelings over the past 2 weeks
- • Each response is scored from 0 to 3
- • Total scores range from 0 to 21
- • Results indicate anxiety severity level with recommendations
Important Disclaimer: This screening tool is for educational purposes only and is not a clinical diagnosis. It cannot replace a professional evaluation by a qualified mental health provider. If you're experiencing significant distress, please seek professional help.
Crisis Resources
If you're in crisis or having thoughts of self-harm, please reach out immediately:
SADAG 24hr: 0800 567 567
LifeLine SA: 0861 322 322
Emergency: 10111