Title
Cognitive Availability Assessment Survey
Subject
Cognitive capacity, behavioral assessment, NASA-TLX, PROMIS, task readiness, mental load
Description
This assessment survey is designed to measure and reflect an individual's current cognitive availability using observable behavioral indicators. The model draws from validated psychological frameworks including NASA Task Load Index (NASA-TLX) and PROMIS Cognitive Function (NIH) to structure the self-assessment questions.
The scoring mechanism averages inverted 1–5 scale ratings across three domains: perceived task demand, concentration difficulty, and mental effort. The result is a cognitive availability score from 1 (exhausted) to 5 (fully available), which determines suggested actions ranging from deep work engagement to full rest.
Predefined actions help guide behavior based on cognitive state:
- 5: Deep work and creative output
- 4: Moderate-high priority work
- 3: Routine or administrative tasks
- 2: Take a break or avoid complex work
- 1: Disengage and recover
Benefits from long-term tracking include identifying cognitive patterns, optimizing task timing, reducing burnout risk, and improving self-regulation. This survey can support reflection, wellness analytics, and adaptive task planning over time.
The scoring mechanism averages inverted 1–5 scale ratings across three domains: perceived task demand, concentration difficulty, and mental effort. The result is a cognitive availability score from 1 (exhausted) to 5 (fully available), which determines suggested actions ranging from deep work engagement to full rest.
Predefined actions help guide behavior based on cognitive state:
- 5: Deep work and creative output
- 4: Moderate-high priority work
- 3: Routine or administrative tasks
- 2: Take a break or avoid complex work
- 1: Disengage and recover
Benefits from long-term tracking include identifying cognitive patterns, optimizing task timing, reducing burnout risk, and improving self-regulation. This survey can support reflection, wellness analytics, and adaptive task planning over time.
Date
2025-07-03
Rights
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