Anxiety Sensitivity Index

The Anxiety Sensitivity Index (ASI) is a tool used to measure how much people fear the physical sensations associated with anxiety, like a rapid heartbeat or sweating. Those with high anxiety sensitivity might worry that these sensations signal something harmful, which can lead to increased anxiety and avoidance behavior. The ASI helps researchers and clinicians understand a person's level of anxiety sensitivity, which can inform treatment approaches for anxiety disorders. Essentially, it assesses how worried someone is about their own anxiety symptoms and how that fear affects their everyday life.