Assessing knowledge anxiety in researchers: a comprehensive measurement scale.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The rapid pace of knowledge production has introduced a phenomenon termed "knowledge anxiety", a psychological state where researchers feel inadequate in keeping up with emerging information. This state can negatively affect productivity and mental well-being, yet there is no comprehensive tool to measure knowledge anxiety across different research domains.

Methods

We employed a mixed-methods approach to develop a multidimensional scale for assessing knowledge anxiety. Initial items were generated through a literature review and qualitative interviews with 313 researchers. After pilot testing, the main study involved 26 participants. The scale was refined through exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) to ensure its structural vali

SUBMITTER: Zhenlei Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11610469 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature