Mental Imagery in Rehabilitation and Performance

These flashcards cover the essential vocabulary related to mental imagery, its theories, applications in rehabilitation, and its role in performance enhancement.

Mental Imagery

The use of visualization to perform a task only in the mind, not involving physical movement.

Psychoneuromuscular Theory

Theory suggesting that imagery duplicates a motor pattern in the brain, activating the same brain areas used in actual movement.

Symbolic Learning Theory

A theory focused on cognitive processes, emphasizing thinking about tasks or sequences of a task rather than just the movement itself.

Arousal or Activation Theory

Theory stating that rehearsal brings individuals closer to the optimal level of arousal for performance.

Imagery Training

The practice of imagining skills or performance to improve real-life execution and manage performance anxiety.

Cerebral Blood Flow

Measurement of blood flow in the brain, used to identify which areas are active during imagery and actual performance.

Dynamic Neuro-Cognitive Imagery

An intervention aimed at improving motor and cognitive functions through mental imagery techniques.

Pre-Competition Anxiety Management

Using mental imagery to promote success by imagining favorable outcomes before an event.