Term ID: T5710

Uncertainty Intolerance

/uncertainty-intolerance/
Difficulty coping with ambiguous situations, leading to anxiety and attempts to control or avoid unclear outcomes.
Example: Individuals who experience high distress when medical test results are pending or job security is uncertain.

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Reference: Freeston et al. (1994)