anxiety

Anxiety

 

A negative aspect of stress. Worries over the possibility of failure

Behavioural anxiety

Feelings of tension, agitation or restlessness because of anxiety

Cognitive Anxiety

Thoughts, nervousness, apprehension or worry that a performer has about their lack of ability to complete a task successfully.

Somatic Anxiety

Physiological responses to a situation where a performer feels that they may be unable to cope (symptoms include sweaty palms, increased heart rate, feelings of nausea)

State Anxiety

A-trait anxiety felt in a particular situation.

Trait Anxiety

A-trait an enduring personality trait, giving a tendency to view all situations as threatening.

Cognative stress management strategies

Positive Self-Talk

Visualisation/Mental Rehearsal

Imagery

Cue Utilisation

Thought Stopping

Goal Setting

Somatic stress management techniques

Breathing Techniques

Centring

Progressive Muscle Relaxation

Biofeedback