Introduction to Motor Behavior and the Mind-Body Connection

This set of flashcards covers key vocabulary terms and concepts related to motor behavior and the mind-body connection, as discussed in the lecture.

Motor Behavior

The study of human movement created by muscular actions, including planning, production, execution, learning, and refinement of movements.

Motor Skill

A voluntary and intentional movement with a purpose.

Motor Learning

The process of acquiring and refining skills through practice and experience.

Motor Control

The physiological mechanisms that coordinate movement.

Mind-Body Connection

The bidirectional relationship between the mind’s thoughts and emotions and the body’s physiological functioning.

Psychophysics

The study of the relationship between physical stimuli and the sensations and perceptions they produce.

Sensation

The physiological detection of physical and physiological signals, such as temperature and muscle stretch.

Perception

The brain’s interpretation of sensory information.

Perceived Exertion

One’s subjective evaluation of how hard they think they are working.

RPE Scale

The rating of perceived exertion, a common tool used to assess an individual's perception of effort.

Psychomotor Skills

Motor skills that require cognitive processing and decision-making.

Ability

The general capacity to perform skilled actions.

Talent

Innate abilities or gifts that may contribute to skill development.

Coordination

The specific patterning of body and limbs to the environment.

Perception–Action Coupling

The phenomenon where motor actions are closely tied to sensory perceptions.

Psychophysical Tools

Instruments used to measure the relationship between physical stimulus and sensory response.