APS
30th APS Annual Convention · 2018
Optimizing the Assessment of the Relation between Anxiety and Mood Behaviors and Impairment in Preschool-Aged Children
- Natalie Gemmell
California State University San Marcos - Jessica Solis
California State University San Marcos - Layton Kathryn
California State University San Marcos - Gillian Acedo
California State University San Marcos - Lea Dougherty
University of Maryland, College Park - Sara Bufferd
University of Louisville
Abstract
This study seeks to optimize the methodology in assessing relations between anxiety and mood behaviors and impairment in preschool-aged children. Results indicate that a daily diary method yields a stronger association between behaviors and impairment than other typical methods. These data enhance assessment of early emerging anxiety and mood behaviors.
Anxiety