Table 2.

Summary of variables and respective questionnaire items.

Item Code	Item Description	Construct
AC1	I believe I can do well in my coursework by working hard.	Adaptive Cognition (AC), Adaptive Behaviors (AB), Maladaptive Cognitions (MC), and Maladaptive Behaviors (MB)
AC2	Learning at college is important to me.
AC3	I am very pleased with myself when I fully understand what I'm taught in class.
AB1	Before I start an assignment, I plan how I am going to do it.
AB2	I usually study in places where I can concentrate.
AB3	If I don't understand a subject, I review it until I understand.
MC1	I worry a lot when exams and assignments are coming up.
MC2	I am often unsure how to avoid doing poorly in my coursework.
MC3	I usually work at college because I want to please my family.
MB1	I sometimes don't study very hard before exams so I have an excuse if I do poorly.
V1	When I study, I feel mentally strong.	Student Engagement (SE)
V2	When I study, I feel like I am bursting with energy.
V3	When I study, I feel strong and vigorous.
D1	I find my studies to be full of meaning and purpose.
D2	I am inspired by my studies.
D3	I am enthusiastic about my studies.
A1	When I am studying, I forget everything around me.
A2	I am happy when I'm studying intensively.
A3	I can get carried away by my studies.