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What is one suggested benefit of developing mental flexibility?
What is one suggested benefit of developing mental flexibility?
- Better overall mental health (correct)
- Increased susceptibility to illnesses
- Decreased physical strength
- Reduced appetite
In a study of call center workers, what was associated with higher mental flexibility?
In a study of call center workers, what was associated with higher mental flexibility?
- Increased absenteeism
- Decreased job performance
- Improved adaptation to challenges (correct)
- Reduced communication skills
What benefit was observed in chronic pain patients with higher mental flexibility?
What benefit was observed in chronic pain patients with higher mental flexibility?
- Increased sensitivity to medication
- Reduced pain tolerance
- Decreased mobility
- More 'up-time' throughout the day (correct)
According to a study, what did mentally flexible US military veterans exhibit fewer signs of?
According to a study, what did mentally flexible US military veterans exhibit fewer signs of?
During the COVID-19 pandemic in the UK, what were more mentally flexible people less likely to experience?
During the COVID-19 pandemic in the UK, what were more mentally flexible people less likely to experience?
What is mental flexibility often linked to, besides mental and professional benefits?
What is mental flexibility often linked to, besides mental and professional benefits?
What type of tool was used in an analysis of multiple studies to assess mental flexibility?
What type of tool was used in an analysis of multiple studies to assess mental flexibility?
What is a typical outcome for individuals with a higher degree of mental flexibility?
What is a typical outcome for individuals with a higher degree of mental flexibility?
Who might particularly benefit from having a high degree of mental flexibility?
Who might particularly benefit from having a high degree of mental flexibility?
What might improved adaptation to challenges lead to in a work setting?
What might improved adaptation to challenges lead to in a work setting?
What psychological outcome is found to be less likely in mentally flexible individuals, especially noted during stressful times?
What psychological outcome is found to be less likely in mentally flexible individuals, especially noted during stressful times?
What common element did researchers assess to determine mental flexibility levels?
What common element did researchers assess to determine mental flexibility levels?
Which group showed fewer symptoms of PTSD when displaying higher degrees of mental flexibility?
Which group showed fewer symptoms of PTSD when displaying higher degrees of mental flexibility?
How can mental flexibility affect the daily lives of individuals living with chronic pain?
How can mental flexibility affect the daily lives of individuals living with chronic pain?
In the workplace, an increased aptitude for adapting to challenges can lead to what positive outcome?
In the workplace, an increased aptitude for adapting to challenges can lead to what positive outcome?
What is one broad benefit of mental flexibility, according to research?
What is one broad benefit of mental flexibility, according to research?
What did a study reveal about the mental flexibility of individuals dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic?
What did a study reveal about the mental flexibility of individuals dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic?
For individuals with chronic pain, how does heightened mental flexibility affect their engagement in daily activities?
For individuals with chronic pain, how does heightened mental flexibility affect their engagement in daily activities?
What is one significant advantage of developing mental flexibility skills?
What is one significant advantage of developing mental flexibility skills?
Besides professional and mental benefits, for whom else is mental flexibility particularly valuable?
Besides professional and mental benefits, for whom else is mental flexibility particularly valuable?
Flashcards
Mental Flexibility
Mental Flexibility
The ability to adapt thinking and behavior to new, changing, or unexpected situations.
Benefits of High Mental Flexibility
Benefits of High Mental Flexibility
Better overall mental health, improved job performance, and increased ability to stay active despite chronic pain.
Mental Flexibility and PTSD
Mental Flexibility and PTSD
US military veterans who were more mentally flexible exhibited fewer signs of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Mental Flexibility and Wellbeing
Mental Flexibility and Wellbeing
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Study Notes
- Mental flexibility provides mental and professional benefits.
- Higher flexibility correlates with better overall mental health, according to an analysis of multiple studies using a mental flexibility questionnaire.
- Call centre workers with higher mental flexibility performed better and adapted more effectively to challenges.
- Individuals with chronic pain and higher mental flexibility scores had more 'up-time' throughout the day, enabling them to stay active and engaged longer.
- US military veterans with greater mental flexibility showed fewer signs of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
- People with more mental flexibility were less likely to experience anxiety and depression during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a UK study on wellbeing.
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