Anxiety Flashcards
1
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Anxiety
A
A negative emotional state that is characterised by, or associated with feelings of nervousness, apprehension or worry
2
Q
Trait anxiety
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-Inherited, some people naturally have higher anxiety.
-Trait anxiety is an aspect of personality
3
Q
State anxiety
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-A temporary, ever changing state of anxiety, that is a response to anything perceived as threatening
-An athlete with high trait anxiety may experience high state anxiety when playing sport
4
Q
Cognitive symptoms
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-lack of concentration
-negative thoughts
-fear
5
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Somatic symptoms
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-sweating
-increased heat rate
-vomiting
