In a study by Walker and Beckerle (1987), experimental participants were asked to redo an examination, and half were placed in a 'high anxiety' condition and the rest in a 'low anxiety' condition. It was found that:

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Participants in the high anxiety condition were more motivated to repeat rumours, likely due to increased stress and uncertainty, which can heighten the need for information, even if it's unverified.

In a Study by Walker and Beckerle (1987), Experimental Participants