An Athlete Who Uses Self- Talk to Build Self- Confidence

question 24

Multiple Choice

An athlete who uses self- talk to build self- confidence and stay focused is demonstrating which of the following?

• A)Instructional self- talk
• B)Motivational self- talk
• C)Covert verbalization
• D)Overt verbalization

Evaluate the challenges and errors associated with the use of lie detectors.

Define the concept of emotion and its adaptive functions.

Explore the impact of learning on emotional responses.

Describe the major components of emotions and the role of neurotransmitters and brain structures in emotional processes.

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Definitions:

Thalamus

A brain structure that acts as a relay station, processing and transmitting sensory information to the appropriate areas of the brain.

Hippocampus

A part of the brain within the temporal lobe involved in memory formation, organization, and retrieval, as well as spatial navigation.

Sperling's Experiment

A psychological experiment conducted by George Sperling that demonstrated the existence of visual sensory memory.

Implicit Memory

Memory that influences thoughts and behaviors without conscious awareness, such as procedural memory for tasks.