FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·March 15, 2022·5 min readA Remedy Against Choking Under PressureFrom elite athletes to students preparing to take an exam, people sometimes become overwhelmed by the pressure and this affects their ability to access their performance ability. Researchers reveal techniques to help prevent choking under pressure.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·May 7, 2021·4 min readHead to Toe: Study Reveals Brain Activity Behind Missed Penalty KicksSoccer players who feel anxious at the thought of kicking a penalty kick and who miss the goal show more activity in the prefrontal cortex. Overthinking the shot, researchers say, could play a role in missing a goal.Read More
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