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Tags: Psychology , Psychometrics
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Mindful attention is the moment to moment awareness of thoughts, feelings, and actions. It helps you notice when you drift and come back to what is happening now.

The Mindful Attention Awareness Scale uses fifteen everyday statements to reflect how often you move on autopilot or stay present. You rate each statement and receive one average that summarizes your typical awareness.

You provide simple ratings from almost always to almost never and the results convert to numbers from 1 to 6 and then average. Higher values indicate greater present awareness and typical ranges help you read the result with confidence.

For example, a result near 4.3 suggests a moderate level of mindful attention, so a few small daily practices can lift it over time.

Scores vary by day and situation, so compare like with like and do not treat a single run as a diagnosis. Use consistent timing and conditions where possible. This tool provides informational estimates and does not substitute professional advice.

Technical Details:

The Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS) observes one construct: present‑moment attention during daily activities. Responses are ordinal selections mapped to integers 1–6, reflecting frequency from “Almost Always” to “Almost Never.” The scale is treated as a snapshot of typical awareness rather than a clinical measure.

Computation is the arithmetic mean of the item scores. The mean summarizes overall mindful attention; higher means indicate greater attention to the present. A categorical band is then assigned for interpretation.

Results are grouped into three bands based on the mean: Low, Moderate, and High. Values near a boundary should be read as borderline and followed up with repeated measurements for stability.

For comparability, interpret scores within the same person over time. Subprofiles shown here are reflective summaries derived from item clusters and are not separate factors; the MAAS is unidimensional.

m = 1 n ⁢ ∑ i=1 n Xi
Symbol Meaning Unit/Datatype Source
n Number of items scored 15 (integer) Constant for a complete run
Xi Score for item i 1–6 (integer) Input
m Mean MAAS score 1.00–6.00 (two decimals) Derived
Worked example.
n = 15 ∑Xi = 64 m = 64 15 ≈4.27
Interpretation: 4.27 falls in the Moderate band.
Band Lower Bound Upper Bound Interpretation
Low Mindfulness 1.00 3.00 Below‑average present‑moment awareness
Moderate Mindfulness 3.01 4.50 Typical level of mindful attention
High Mindfulness 4.51 6.00 Above‑average mindful attention

Reflective subprofiles summarize item clusters: Present focus (3, 9, 13), Automatic or routine (7, 10, 12, 14), Attention to task (2, 8, 11), Body and emotion (1, 5, 15), Names and memory (6). These are reflective aids only; the MAAS is unidimensional.

Units, precision, and rounding: the mean is displayed with two decimals using standard rounding; the progress indicator is an integer percentage. Consistency is summarized by the uncorrected standard deviation of item scores and labeled Even, Mixed, or Varied.

Field Type Min Max Step/Pattern Error Text Placeholder
Item response Radio integer 1 6 Discrete choices — —
Encoded answers (r) String 15 15 Regex ^[1-6\-]{15}$ — ---------------
Input Accepted Families Output Encoding/Precision Rounding
Fifteen ratings 1–6 choices Mean, band, gauge, analysis Two decimal mean; text labels Nearest 0.01

Networking and storage: processing is client‑only; responses are encoded as a 15‑character code in the address bar for restore and sharing. One charting script is fetched to render the gauge; no requests contain your responses.

Performance: computation is linear in the number of items. Determinism: identical responses produce identical means and bands.

Security: the encoded answer pattern only permits digits 1–6 and dashes, reducing injection risk in the address bar. Avoid sharing the link if it includes your responses.

Assumptions & limitations

  • Self‑report can drift with mood and context.
  • Item wording reflects everyday situations and may not fit all roles.
  • Mean summarizes central tendency; outliers remain.
  • Borderline results need repeated runs for stability.
  • Subprofiles are reflective aids, not validated factors.
  • Score says nothing about clinical status.
  • Comparisons across groups may be misleading without common context.
  • Sharing the encoded link can reveal responses.

Edge cases & error sources

  • Unanswered items before completion reduce the denominator in previews.
  • Invalid encoded strings are ignored and do not restore responses.
  • Rounding near band edges can appear to shift categories.
  • Copy or download may be blocked by clipboard or download permissions.
  • Gauge rendering can fail if the chart script is blocked.
  • Very uniform responses lower the standard deviation label.
  • Highly mixed responses raise the standard deviation label.
  • Browser zoom or font scaling can change layout but not results.
  • Back‑forward navigation with stale codes can restore old answers.
  • Third‑party script caching differences can delay chart display.

Step‑by‑Step Guide:

Mindful attention scoring from responses to interpretation.

  1. Start the assessment.
  2. Read each statement and select a rating 1–6.
  3. Use the question list to revisit any item.
  4. Submit the last answer to view your mean and band.
  5. Review highlights, subprofiles, and suggested next steps.
  6. Optionally export your answers CSV/DOCX.

Example: selecting more 5 or 6 ratings will raise the mean and shift the band upward.

You now have a concise snapshot you can track over time.

FAQ:

Is my data stored?

No server storage is used. Answers stay on your device. If the address shows a code, clear it before sharing.

Privacy note: processing is client‑only.
How accurate is the score?

It is the arithmetic mean of your selections. Accuracy depends on honest, consistent responses and stable context.

What units are used?

Items use integers 1–6 mapped from “Almost Always” through “Almost Never.” The mean displays to two decimals.

Can I use it offline?

After the page loads once, the calculator runs without a connection. The gauge may require the chart script to be available.

What does a borderline result mean?

Values close to 3.00 or 4.50 are borderline. Repeat at similar times and average across runs for a steadier read.

How do I export my answers?

Use Copy CSV, Download CSV, or Export DOCX on the results page after all items are answered.

What about the subprofiles?

They summarize item clusters for reflection. They are guides only; the MAAS is unidimensional.

Is there a license cost?

The code is provided under the MIT License.

Troubleshooting:

  • Nothing happens on start — ensure scripts are allowed.
  • Gauge missing — check if a content blocker is preventing the chart script.
  • Export disabled — complete all 15 items first.
  • Copy fails — grant clipboard permission or use Download CSV.
  • Old answers reappear — clear the encoded code in the address.
  • Numbers look wrong — confirm ratings map to 1–6 as intended.

Glossary:

Mindful attention
Ongoing awareness of present thoughts, feelings, and actions.
MAAS
Mindful Attention Awareness Scale, a fifteen item instrument.
Item
One statement you rate from 1 to 6.
Mean (m)
Average of item scores; higher means greater mindful attention.
Band
Interpretive category based on the mean.
Subprofile
Reflective cluster summary of related items for insight.
Consistency
Standard deviation label describing response spread.