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Mindful Attention Awareness Scale

The MAAS is a 15-item scale designed to assess a core characteristic ofdispositional mindfulness. The scale shows strong psychometric propertiesand has been validated with college, community, and cancer patient samples. 

3 minutes to complete

Eligibility

General eligibility to complete the Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS) includes: being 18 years of age or older and having the capacity to understand and complete the questionnaire.

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Questions for Mindful Attention Awareness Scale

Questions

1.

I could be experiencing some emotion and not beconscious of it until sometime later.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Always
  2. Very Frequently
  3. Somewhat Frequently
  4. Somewhat Infrequently
  5. Very Infrequently
  6. Almost Never
2.

It seems I am "running on automatic," without muchawareness of what I’m doing.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Always
  2. Very Frequently
  3. Somewhat Frequently
  4. Somewhat Infrequently
  5. Very Infrequently
  6. Almost Never
3.

I rush through activities without being really attentiveto them.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Always
  2. Very Frequently
  3. Somewhat Frequently
  4. Somewhat Infrequently
  5. Very Infrequently
  6. Almost Never
4.

I get so focused on the goal I want to achieve that Ilose touch with what I'm doing right now to getthere.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Always
  2. Very Frequently
  3. Somewhat Frequently
  4. Somewhat Infrequently
  5. Very Infrequently
  6. Almost Never
5.

I do jobs or tasks automatically, without being awareof what I'm doing.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Always
  2. Very Frequently
  3. Somewhat Frequently
  4. Somewhat Infrequently
  5. Very Infrequently
  6. Almost Never
6.

I find myself listening to someone with one ear, doingsomething else at the same time.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Always
  2. Very Frequently
  3. Somewhat Frequently
  4. Somewhat Infrequently
  5. Very Infrequently
  6. Almost Never
7.

I drive places on "automatic pilot" and then wonderhow I got there.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Always
  2. Very Frequently
  3. Somewhat Frequently
  4. Somewhat Infrequently
  5. Very Infrequently
  6. Almost Never
8.

I find myself preoccupied with the future or the past.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Always
  2. Very Frequently
  3. Somewhat Frequently
  4. Somewhat Infrequently
  5. Very Infrequently
  6. Almost Never
9.

I find myself doing things without paying attention.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Always
  2. Very Frequently
  3. Somewhat Frequently
  4. Somewhat Infrequently
  5. Very Infrequently
  6. Almost Never
10.

I snack without being aware that I'm eating.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Always
  2. Very Frequently
  3. Somewhat Frequently
  4. Somewhat Infrequently
  5. Very Infrequently
  6. Almost Never
11.

I break or spill things because of carelessness, notpaying attention, or thinking of something else.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Always
  2. Very Frequently
  3. Somewhat Frequently
  4. Somewhat Infrequently
  5. Very Infrequently
  6. Almost Never
12.

I find it difficult to stay focused on what's happeningin the present.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Always
  2. Very Frequently
  3. Somewhat Frequently
  4. Somewhat Infrequently
  5. Very Infrequently
  6. Almost Never
13.

I tend to walk quickly to get where I'm going withoutpaying attention to what I experience along the way.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Always
  2. Very Frequently
  3. Somewhat Frequently
  4. Somewhat Infrequently
  5. Very Infrequently
  6. Almost Never
14.

I tend not to notice feelings of physical tension ordiscomfort until they really grab my attention.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Always
  2. Very Frequently
  3. Somewhat Frequently
  4. Somewhat Infrequently
  5. Very Infrequently
  6. Almost Never
15.

I forget a person's name almost as soon as I've beentold it for the first time.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Always
  2. Very Frequently
  3. Somewhat Frequently
  4. Somewhat Infrequently
  5. Very Infrequently
  6. Almost Never

Scales Similar to Mindful Attention Awareness Scale

  • Mindful Self-Compassion Scale (MSCS)
  • Toronto Mindfulness Scale (TMS)
  • Five Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire (FFMQ)
  • Cognitive and Affective Mindfulness Scale-Revised (CAMS-R)
  • Kentucky Inventory of Mindfulness Skills (KIMS)
  • Philadelphia Mindfulness Scale (PHLMS)

Here are some FAQs and additional information
on
Mindful Attention Awareness Scale

What is the Mindful Attention Awareness Scale?

The Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS) is a 15-item self-report measure designed to assess an individual’s level of mindful attention.

What is the purpose of the MAAS?

The MAAS is used to assess an individual’s level of mindful awareness, which is believed to be associated with improved psychological functioning, including better stress management, improved emotional regulation, and greater satisfaction with life.

Who can take the MAAS?

The MAAS can be taken by individuals aged 18 and older. It has been translated into several languages, including German and Dutch.

How is the MAAS scored?

The MAAS is scored on a scale from 1 to 6, with higher scores indicating higher levels of mindful awareness.

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