Anxiety Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
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Anxiety Definition
A
Anxiety is a negative emotional state associated with stress.
2
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Trait Anxiety
A
A general disposition to perceive all situations as anxiety inducing.
- stable and enduring (constant)
- determines the degree of state anxiety in a given situation
3
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State Anxiety
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A persons immediate condition of anxiety in any one situation.
- level of anxiety can vary from situation to situation
- can be cognitive or somatic
- temporary
4
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Cognitive Responses
(feelings)
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- nervousness
worry/apprehension - disturbed sleep
- self doubt/negative thoughts
5
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Somatic Responses
(physical changes)
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- increased HR
- increased adrenaline
- tension/headaches
- sweating/clammy hands
- increased respiratory rate
- butterflies/feeling sick
- need to urinate
- increased blood pressure
6
Q
IZOF
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Individual Zone of Optimal Functioning (flow state)
7
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Features of IZOF
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- fully focussed
- at optimal arousal/anxiety
- in control/confident
- happy
- smooth/effortless/relaxed
- faultless performance
- movements are automatic
