PE- Anxiety (ELIAS) Flashcards
1
Q
What is the definition of anxiety?
A
The negative aspect of experiencing stress
2
Q
What occurs at trait anxiety?
A
Innate
Enduring
Underlying
3
Q
What occurs at state anxiety?
A
Situation specific Confident situation= low state anxiety Unconfident situation= high state anxiety Learned Changeable
4
Q
What is the zone of optimal functioning?
A
Low arousal= poor performance
High arousal= high performance
5
Q
A performer in the zone of optimal functioning would:
A
Experience peak performance
Flowing
Selective attention
6
Q
What is somatic anxiety?
A
Physiological side of anxiety, e.g. Getting butterflies or feeling sick before a race
7
Q
What is cognitive anxiety?
A
Psychology side, e.g. thought process during a game (usually worry or concern)
