Cognition Flashcards
what is perception?
the process by which we receive and process stimuli from the environment
what is attention?
cognitive process of focusing on specific stimuli while ignoring others
what is Interconnectedness?
perception and attention are closely linked, as attention directs perception
what is visual perception?
Plays a crucial role in interpreting the environment in both everyday life and sports.
what is the physiological process?
Visual perception begins with light entering the eye, where it is converted into electrical signals
what is the psychological process?
The brain interprets signals into color, shape, and movement—key components for making decisions in sports
what is the foveal vision in sports?
The central area of the retina providing the sharpest detail, covering only about 2° of the visual field.
what is peripheral vision?
Detects movement and changes in the environment, though less detailed.
Peripheral perception in decision making
crucial for monitoring opponents, teammates and environmental markers
Decision-Making Impact how does it help athletes?
Helps athletes make fast decisions without needing to focus directly on every element.
how does eye movement impact athletes?
peripheral perception often directs eye movements toward new areas of interest
Failures of Conscious Perception: Inattentional and Change Blindness: Inattentional blindness?
failure to notice unexpected stimuli when attention is focused elsewhere
Failures of Conscious Perception: Inattentional and Change Blindness: what is change blindness?
Failure to detect changes in a scene when attention is not directed at those changes
unconscious perception in sports, how does it help athletes?
processing stimuli outside of conscious awareness, allows athletes to react without deliberate thought
what does automatic reactions? how does it help athletes?
often based on training and experience. trained athletes develop quicker unconscious reactions
