Publications by authors named "Timothy B Hayes"
Spatial ability is defined as a cognitive or intellectual skill used to represent, transform, generate, and recall information of an object or the environment. Individual differences across spatial tasks have been strongly linked to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) interest and success. Several variables have been proposed to explain individual differences in spatial ability, including affective factors such as one's confidence and anxiety.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Anxiety and eating disorders (EDs) are rising at alarming rates. These mental health disorders are often comorbid, yet the factors associated with their comorbidity are not well understood. The present study examined a theoretical model of the pathways and relative associations of anxiety sensitivity (AS) with different dimensions of ED risk, controlling for generalized anxiety.
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- A study surveyed elementary school teachers in 1999 and 2019 to understand their views on best practices for teaching students with ADHD, revealing a generally favorable opinion towards behavioral management and medication.
- The 2019 data showed a decrease in the positive perception of behavioral classroom management compared to 1999, indicating a shift in attitudes over the 20-year period.
- Both survey results emphasized the need for better training and support for teachers on evidence-based strategies for effectively helping students with ADHD in the classroom.