Performing under pressure? For athletes, it depends on 3 key things
Why do some people seem to thrive under pressure while others seem to fold or crumple?
Jun 21, 2026
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Behavior and Behavior Mechanisms: News and Research on Performance Anxiety
MeSH tree: F01.470.132.650
Feeling distracted? How hobbies can help you find 'flow state' and save your brain
We live in what has been called the "distraction economy": an environment full of triggers that are engineered to demand our attention at every turn. The result is often fragmented attention, loss of focus, and sometimes ...
Apr 13, 2026
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A smartphone app could help men last longer in bed
A smartphone app designed to tackle the underlying psychological causes of premature ejaculation can significantly improve sex life and delay ejaculation, while offering a way to reduce stigma around the condition, say researchers. ...
Mar 13, 2026
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Video: Are the yips just nerves or something more?
Almost every golfer has experienced it. You're lined up on the green for that perfect putt, when an easy tap-in shot is foiled by a mysterious twitch. Golfers refer to it as "the yips." And researchers at Mayo Clinic believe ...
Feb 15, 2026
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It's end-of-year concert season. Why do some kids struggle with performance anxiety?
End-of-year school concerts showcase children's talents and hard work, often filling performers with pride. But for some, the idea of performing live is terrifying.
Dec 5, 2025
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From memory to melody: How positive memories elevate musical performance
In order to maintain a long-term career and consistently deliver high-quality performances, professional musicians are required to exercise control over their psychological state before and during the performance. However, ...
Sep 24, 2025
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Study highlights elevated suicide risks among musicians
An Emory University study published in Frontiers in Public Health has identified significant suicide risks among musicians, shedding light on factors that contribute to the increased risk and highlighting the need for targeted ...
Mar 31, 2025
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A novel neural explanation for choking under pressure
Every professional who functions at a high level of performance knows the value of keeping things loose during harrowing tasks. Choking under pressure, or being unable to perform to one's highest standard when it matters ...
Sep 12, 2024
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'Deep breath, see the ball, trust': Sports psychologist shares how pro athletes handle stress
In recent years, the intense pressure professional athletes endure has come under scrutiny, highlighted by incidents like gymnast Simone Biles withdrawing from the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and tennis player Naomi Osaka stepping ...
Jul 26, 2024
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Psychiatrist discusses unruly sports parents' effect on children's mental health
Children's sporting events are a fun time to cheer on the kids and socialize, but they can quickly go south if parents act excessively competitive. A Baylor College of Medicine child and adolescent psychiatrist details the ...
May 1, 2024
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