Attentional control theory is an approach to anxiety and cognition representing a major
development of Eysenck and Calvo's (1992) processing efficiency theory. It is assumed that …

The association between memory self-efficacy (MSE) and memory performance is highly
documented in the literature. However, previous studies have produced inconsistent results …

Background. Despite a large body of international literature concerning the antecedents,
correlates of and treatments for test anxiety, there has been little research until recently …

The aim of this special issue of Anxiety, Stress, and Co** is to present readers with a
selection of papers covering new advances in test anxiety research. The research presented …

Stress can impair cognitive performance, as commonly observed in cognitive performance
anxiety (CPA; eg, test anxiety). Cognitive theories indicate that stress impairs performance …

Background. Paramedics face many stressors in their work environment. Studies have
shown that stress can have a negative effect on the psychological well-being of health …

The study tested several propositions about an important construct in Bowen's (Family
Therapy in Clinical Practice, Aronson, New York, 1978; Family Evaluation, Norton, New …

Examination stress is thought to prevent some individuals from reaching their academic
potential. Explanations of this relationship include a proneness to ruminate and worry about …

Introduction. Test anxiety inhibits students from performing according to their full potential in
academic setting. Objectives. This study investigated self-efficacy, gender and trait anxiety …

Everyday, we use the limited resources of working memory (WM) across situations. For
example, we use them as we drive to work attempting to create and maintain a list of tasks …