Date of Award
7-2025
Degree Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Philosophy - School Psychology
Department
Human Services
First Advisor
Dr. Luis Aguerrevere
Second Advisor
Dr. Nicole Baker
Third Advisor
Dr. Frankie Clark
Fourth Advisor
Dr. Nina Ellis-Hervey
Abstract
This dissertation will explore how test anxiety (TA) affects working memory (WM) and whether certain factors can help predict higher levels of test anxiety. Anxiety has been defined as a common experience that can show up in various forms—like general worry, social fears, panic attacks, and specific phobias (APA, 2022). It was described as often triggering our natural “fight-or-flight” response, which can impact our ability to focus, think clearly, and remember things. For students, test anxiety has been especially challenging, affecting how they perform in high-stakes academic settings. Using data from a university based psychological assessment center, this study will examine the role of different factors, such as general anxiety levels and working memory capacity in predicting significant test anxiety. The study will also take a closer look at individual cases that don’t fit the usual patterns, exploring whether background, demographics, or other characteristics might explain these differences. By better understanding the link between test anxiety and cognitive function, this research aims to support the development of interventions that can help students overcome anxiety’s impact on academic performance.
Repository Citation
Williams, Des'Tiana S., "EVALUATING THE PREDICTIVE VALUE OF BASC-3 ANXIETY SCALE AND WORKING MEMORY INDEX SCORES FOR CLINICALLY SIGNIFICANT TEST ANXIETY: A COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS OF NON-CLASSIFIABLE CASES" (2025). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 632.
https://scholarworks.sfasu.edu/etds/632
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