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The split-litter technique is the random assignment of animals from the same litter to different groups; a type of matched groups design.
Deutsch: Sport / Español: deporte / Português: esporte / Français: sport / Italiano: sport
The intersection of Sport and psychology reveals a complex dynamic where physical activity influences mental processes, emotions, and social behaviors. This field examines how psychological factors—such as motivation, stress, and self-perception—shape athletic performance, while also exploring the reciprocal effects of sports participation on mental health and cognitive function. Research in this domain bridges neuroscience, behavioral science, and clinical psychology to optimize both individual well-being and competitive outcomes.
Deutsch: Sportliche Leistung / Español: Rendimiento deportivo / Português: Desempenho esportivo / Français: Performance sportive / Italian: Prestazione sportiva
Sports performance in psychology refers to the mental and emotional aspects that impact an athlete's ability to perform at their best. This encompasses a range of psychological factors including motivation, focus, stress management, and the mental skills necessary for achieving peak performance in sports.
Deutsch: Sportpsychologie / Español: psicología deportiva / Português: psicologia do esporte / Français: psychologie du sport / Italiano: psicologia dello sport
Sports psychology is a specialized branch of psychology that focuses on understanding and enhancing the psychological aspects related to athletic performance, physical activity, and exercise. It also addresses the well-being and personal development of athletes and other active individuals.
It is a study of the psychological and behavioral dimensions of sports performance.