18 Questions
According to the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory, what is state anxiety?
How an individual currently feels
What is the impact of high trait anxiety on state anxiety?
It increases state anxiety
What is the key concept of the Cognitive Interference Theory?
The idea that worrisome thoughts reduce mental capacity
What is the main idea behind the Processing Efficiency Theory?
Cognitive anxiety reduces working memory capacity
What is the purpose of the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory?
To distinguish between state and trait anxiety
What is the relationship between anxiety and cognition, according to the Attentional Control Theory?
Anxiety has a negative impact on cognition
What is the primary cognitive mechanism underlying the effect of anxiety on cognition, according to Attentional Control Theory?
Impaired attentional control
What is the focus of attentional bias in anxious individuals, according to the Attentional Control Theory?
Threat-related stimuli
What is the consequence of high test anxiety on academic performance?
Low test performance, especially in high-stakes exams
What is the correlation between test anxiety and self-esteem, according to research?
About 0.45
Which of the following is a characteristic of anxious individuals, according to the Attentional Control Theory?
Prone to distraction from external stimuli
What is the prevalence of high test anxiety among students, according to research?
About 15-22%
What is a fundamental component of personality that can be detrimental to well-being and performance when elevated?
Anxiety
What is the name of the questionnaire used to diagnose Generalised Anxiety Disorder?
GAD-7
According to Endler and Kocovski (2001), what is a positive feature of anxiety?
Enhanced focus
What is the primary goal of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) in treating anxiety?
Enhancing positive behaviours
Why is it important to include caregivers and school staff in psychoeducation for anxiety treatment?
To ensure a comprehensive treatment plan
What is a common medication used to treat anxiety?
All of the above
This quiz assesses your understanding of the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI), a psychological measure that distinguishes between state anxiety and trait anxiety. Learn about the characteristics of each and how they relate to individual feelings and reactions.
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