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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Nursing
  • Sociology

Background:

  • Repressed anxiety is an underexplored concept with unclear implications for nursing practice.
  • Existing literature lacks a cohesive understanding of repressed anxiety's definition, antecedents, and consequences.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To clarify the concept of repressed anxiety using a rigorous concept analysis.
  • To inform nursing practice, research, and the development of clinical interventions for repressed anxiety.

Main Methods:

  • The Walker and Avant method of concept analysis was employed.
  • Literature review across psychology, nursing, and sociology using keywords like "repressed anxiety" and "emotional suppression."
  • Identification of antecedents, characteristics, consequences, and case examples.

Main Results:

  • Five defining characteristics of repressed anxiety were identified: unawareness, physical symptoms, emotional dysregulation, impaired relationships, and avoidance behaviors.
  • Antecedents include chronic stress, trauma, adverse childhood development, personality traits, and societal norms.
  • Consequences involve heightened stress responses, maladaptive coping, chronic physical conditions, and mental health issues like depression.

Conclusions:

  • This analysis provides a clear conceptual model of repressed anxiety, highlighting its significant impact on health.
  • Enhanced conceptual clarity can facilitate the development of assessment tools and targeted nursing interventions.
  • Interventions should focus on improving emotional awareness and regulation in individuals experiencing repressed anxiety.