Essays about: "Attentional control"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 21 essays containing the words Attentional control.

1. 1. Does attentional focus influence performance and motor control on a gross motor task performed with the legs among healthy individuals and individuals with anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction? : A within subject design pilot study

   University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för samhällsmedicin och rehabilitering

   Author : Leon Haegerström; Jens Jakobsson; [2023]
   Keywords : Attentional focus; External focus; Internal focus; Motor contor; Motor performance; Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction;

   Abstract : Background: Evidence indicates that an external focus (EF) of attention on the intended effect of one’s movement results in better motor performance and motor control than an internal focus (IF) on one’s own body. Despite this, an IF is predominantly encouraged through instructions and feedback provided by clinicians during sports and rehabilitation from injuries such as anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury. READ MORE

3. 2. The neural correlates of mindfulness-based therapy on anxiety : A systematic review

   University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

   Author : Alexandra Lindberg; Shahad Al-Bachachi; [2023]
   Keywords : Anxiety; mindfulness-based interventions; mindfulness-based stress reduction; mindfulness-based cognitive therapy; neural mechanisms;

   Abstract : Anxiety is a high-prevalence disorder, and it is often treated by medication which can be costly, has side effects, and is not available for everyone in need. Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) such as mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) are great alternatives to treat anxiety. READ MORE

4. 3. Neuroplasticity induced bymeditation practices : A systematic review

   University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

   Author : Gergana Doinova; [2022]
   Keywords : meditation; neuroplasticity; fMRI; MRI; wellbeing;

   Abstract : Meditation has in recent decades received attention mainly for its health benefits in western society, not least in the field of neuroscience. Researchers are frequently exploring the link between plasticity in the brain, and the practice of meditation. READ MORE

5. 4. The Functional Role of the Prefrontal Cortex in Antisocial Personality Disorder

   University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

   Author : Carina Johansson; [2022]
   Keywords : antisocial personality disorder; prefrontal cortex; functional magnetic resonance imaging;

   Abstract : Patients with antisocial personality disorder (ASPD) are deceptive, apathetic, and impulsive. Their social behavior is often inappropriate, and they fail to follow social norms, leading to frequent criminal behavior. READ MORE

6. 5. The association between working memory capacity and golf performance in a dual-task condition

   University essay from Högskolan i Halmstad/Akademin för hälsa och välfärd

   Author : Pontus Persson; [2021]
   Keywords : Attentional control; cognition; distraction; dual-task; performance; working memory capacity;

   Abstract : The aim of the study was to investigate the association between working memory capacity and golf performance in a dual-task paradigm. Twenty-eight golfers with ages varying from 19-58 participated in the study. READ MORE