When the Athlete Starts to Think Too Much About Executing

question 7

Multiple Choice

When the athlete starts to think too much about executing a highly practiced skill.

• A)Choking.
• B)Panicking.
• C)Playing in the "zone."
• D)None of the above.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Reactivity

The tendency of an individual's cognitive processes to be influenced by emotional states, often leading to exaggerated negative thoughts in response to mood changes.

Differential Activation

A concept in psychology that refers to the way certain stimuli can activate different emotions, behaviors, or thoughts depending on an individual's current state or context.

Cognitive Fusion

A concept in psychotherapy referring to the blending of thoughts and experiences until they are not distinct, often leading to increased distress and less effective coping.

Group Therapy

A form of psychotherapy that involves one or more therapists working with several people at the same time.