Psychological Refractory Period

Question 1

Define PYSCHOLOGICAL REFRACTORY PERIOD

Answer 1

• Period of time taken to respond to a second stimulus
• After already being presented with the first stimulus

Question 2

What does the SINGLE CHANNEL HYOPTHESIS state?

Answer 2

• Only one stimulus can be processed at a time, so only 1 decision can occur
• The DCR for 1 stimulus must be completed before processing another

Question 3

List STRATEGIES to reduce RESPONSE TIME

Answer 3

• Practice to shorten DCR process
• Practice detecting relevant cues
• Warm up physiological & psychological responses
• Mental rehearsal
• Improve fitness levels