cognition pt 3 Flashcards
what is Auditory perception?
The ability to interpret sound cues in the environment.
Auditory Perception:
what is complement to visual perception?
Auditory perception supports visual perception, helping athletes react faster when visual information is limited or delayed.
Auditory Perception:
What is training auditory perception?
Drills that require athletes to react to sounds can enhance auditory perception, such as responding to cues in noisy environments.
The Challenge of Focusing Amidst Crowd Noise and Stimuli:
what is sensory overload?
High levels of external stimuli (e.g., crowd noise, visual distractions) can overwhelm an athlete’s cognitive system.
The Challenge of Focusing Amidst Crowd Noise and Stimuli:
crowd noise how does it affect athletes?
Loud environments disrupt concentration and increase stress levels.
Noise can divert attention away from the game, leading to mistakes.
The Challenge of Focusing Amidst Crowd Noise and Stimuli:
What is multiple competing stimuli?
Athletes struggle to filter important stimuli (e.g., ball, opponent movements) from unimportant distractions (e.g., noise, visual clutter).
The Science Behind Sensory Overload and Distracted Attention: what is the cognitive load theory?
The brain has a limited capacity to process information. When cognitive load is exceeded, attention weakens.
what is the impact on working memory?
External stimuli, like noise or visual distractions, compete for space in working memory.
This reduces the brain’s ability to focus on key tasks.
what is the neuroscience of distractions?
Loud noises and excessive stimuli activate the brain’sorienting response, drawing attention away from the main task.
The Science Behind Sensory Overload and Distracted Attention:
how do stress hormones affect athletes?
Noise and overstimulation increase cortisol levels, further reducing focus.
Tools and Exercises for Improving Focus Under Distraction:
What is mindfulness training?
Teaches athletes to stay present, reducing the impact of distractions.
Tools and Exercises for Improving Focus Under Distraction: What are visualization techniques?
Athletes mentally rehearse scenarios, practicing focus in noisy or distracting environments.
Tools and Exercises for Improving Focus Under Distraction:
What is noise simulation theory?
athletes practice in environments that stimulate crowd noise or other distractions
Tools and Exercises for Improving Focus Under Distraction:
what is attentional cues?
Athletes use internal or external cues (e.g., a keyword or visual signal) to regain focus during distractions.
what is mindfulness and how can it help athletes?
A mental practice that helps athletes stay focused in the present moment.
Encourages athletes to stay aware, reduce distractions, and manage stress.
Helps athletes recover quickly from mistakes.
