Can Spatiotemporal Gait Parameters Predict State Anxiety?

Authors

Stephanie M. Cotariu, University of Arkansas, FayettevilleFollow
Ashlyn M. Jendro, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Yale B. Hughes, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Abigail C. Schmitt, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

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Date of Graduation

5-2025

Description

Background: Anxiety is one of the most experienced mental health disorders. Recent research has suggested a relationship between gait parameters and anxiety, however the disparity in measurement methodologies of both anxiety and gait makes it difficult to draw broad conclusions. Better understanding the relationship between anxiety and gait mechanics creates opportunity for a more holistic understanding of the interaction between mental health, functional capacity, and quality of life. Purpose: The purpose of this study is to evaluate if spatiotemporal gait parameters measured on a pressure-sensing walkway are related to anxiety.

Publication Date

2025

Document Type

Poster

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science

Degree Level

Undergraduate

Department

Health, Human Performance and Recreation

Advisor/Mentor

Schmitt, Abigail

Committee Member

Parke, Elizabeth

Disciplines

Biomechanics | Psychology of Movement

Keywords

Research-Based

Citation

Cotariu, S. M., Jendro, A. M., Hughes, Y. B., & Schmitt, A. C. (2025). Can Spatiotemporal Gait Parameters Predict State Anxiety?. 2025 Honors Symposium. Retrieved from https://scholarworks.uark.edu/coesym25/2