Arousal

Question 1

What maintains the levels of arousal and where in the body

Answer 1

RAS in the centre of the brain

Question 2

Who developed the adapted drive theory and what is is

Answer 2

Spence and spence

The dominant habit is more evident as the levels of arousal increases

Effect of arousal is linked to the task and experience of performer

Question 3

What are the factors to consider when determining optimum arousal

Answer 3

Nature of task

Skill level of performer

Personality of performer

Question 4

What Occurs when you are “in the zone”

Answer 4

Feeling of Movement are effortless

Without conscious control

Select correct cues + make quick decisions

Focuses on task

Question 5

What is attentional narrowing

Answer 5

The ability for the performer to focus on relevant cues

Links to arousal theories

If over aroused: attentional wastage

Question 6

What is arousal

Answer 6

An energised state of readiness of the individual to perform a task and motivate them to perform it

Question 7

What is the peak flow experience

Answer 7

When the performer experiences a situation where the feelings of movement and actions appears to be perfect

Ultimate intrinsic experience

Question 8

Characteristics of peak flow

Answer 8

Total ability of complete the challenge

Clear goals

Highly focused

Loss of consciousness

Almost subconscious feeling of self control

Effortless movements

Question 9

What factors are linked to peak flow

Answer 9

Positive mental attitude: high levels of confidence and positive

Relaxed and controlling anxiety, enjoying optimal arousal

Physical readiness

Shared sense of purpose

Balanced emotional state