Anxiety and Cognitive Processes in Problem Solving
Authors:
- Kenneth E. SinclairKSKenneth E. Sinclair
- Terence A. HeysTHTerence A. Heys
- Stephen de C. KemmisSKStephen de C. Kemmis
- 1 October 1974
- journal article
- Published by SAGE Publications in Australian Journal of Education
- Vol. 18 (3) , 239-254
Abstract
In this paper a trait-state conception of anxiety is presented which incorporates a number of extensions to current theorizing. The conception is a cognitive one in that it emphasizes information processing that occurs with respect to both the trait and state components of anxiety. The conception indicates a number of insights into human problem solving that can be made through a consideration of cognitive processing, anxiety processing, and their interaction. In particular, the role of coping styles in threat reduction and the influence of A-state on specific cognitive processes are examined. Implications for theory and further research are discussed.Keywords
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