A certain level of physical arousal is helpful and prepares us for competition.
However, when thephysical symptoms of anxietyare too high, they can interfere with your ability to compete.
What Causes Sports Performance Anxiety?
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Sport psychologyis adivision of psychologyaimed at better preparing an athlete’s mind for competition.
Several factors can play a role in causing anxiety in sports performance.
Research shows that self-confidence plays a role in how you respond to symptoms of anxiety during athletic performance.
Elite athletes are often so focused on their behavior that they interpretarousalas excitement rather than anxiety.
Severe anxiety in sport performance can be a sign of social anxiety disorder.
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