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Reducing State Anxiety Using Working Memory Maintenance

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Silke Luttenberger¹, Sigrid Wimmer², Manuela Paechter²

¹Institute for Educational Sciences and Educational Research, University of Teacher Education Styria, Graz, Austria.

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|August 21, 2018

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Math anxiety is a common issue affecting students globally, impacting learning and future choices. Early diagnosis and tailored interventions are crucial for effective management and support.

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Mental Health

Background:

Anxiety disorders are prevalent worldwide, with math anxiety being a significant concern in educational settings.
Math anxiety affects individuals of all ages, manifesting as worry and tension during math-related activities, as noted in international assessments like PISA.
Antecedents of math anxiety include environmental factors (parental/teacher attitudes, societal stereotypes) and personal factors (traits, gender).

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the multifaceted nature of math anxiety, including its antecedents, interacting variables, and outcomes.
To highlight the importance of understanding math anxiety as a complex phenomenon influenced by various factors.
To discuss potential strategies for counteracting math anxiety and emphasize the need for further research.

Main Methods:

The study reviews existing literature and research on math anxiety, its development, and its impact.
It considers math anxiety within a framework of interacting variables, including self-efficacy and motivation.
Assessment methods like questionnaires for various age groups are mentioned as diagnostic tools.

Main Results:

Math anxiety negatively interacts with learning processes, affecting self-efficacy and motivation.
Outcomes extend beyond immediate performance, influencing long-term learning, course selection, and career choices.
Existing diagnostic tools are available, but effective, individualized interventions require further research.

Conclusions:

Math anxiety is a complex issue with significant implications for academic and personal development.
Effective counteraction requires accurate diagnosis and a multi-level approach involving educational institutions, teachers, parents, and individuals.
Further research is essential to develop personalized and effective interventions for math anxiety.