Focusing Your Attention on Something Other Than a Painful Stimulus

question 82

True/False

Focusing your attention on something other than a painful stimulus, such as counting backwards in your mind, can reduce the perception of pain.

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Definitions:

ESP

Short for extrasensory perception, the supposed ability to gain information without using the known five senses.

External Distractions

Outside factors that can divert individuals' attention away from the task at hand.

Networking Activities

involve actions taken to build, maintain, and use interpersonal connections and relationships beneficial for professional or personal purposes.

Career Success

The attainment of desirable work achievements and experiences over one's work life, including job satisfaction, promotions, and salary increments.