Cognitive Availability Assessment Survey

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.

Date

2025-07-03

Rights

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