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1School of Physical Education, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon.
Journal of Motor Behavior
|June 1, 1971
Summary
This study examines the complexities of anxiety and its impact on motor performance. It identifies key challenges in studying state anxiety (stress) and proposes alternative methods for better understanding this relationship.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sport Science
- Motor Control
Background:
- State anxiety (stress) significantly impacts motor performance.
- Existing theoretical approaches to anxiety study have limitations.
- Novel methods are needed to better understand anxiety and performance.
Purpose of the Study:
- To critically evaluate Martens' paper on anxiety and motor performance.
- To identify major problem areas in the study of state anxiety and motor performance.
- To integrate identified limitations into the context of Martens' conclusions.
Main Methods:
- Review and synthesis of existing literature on anxiety and motor performance.
- Analysis of theoretical frameworks for studying state anxiety.
- Comparative evaluation of different methodological approaches.
Main Results:
- Complexities in defining and measuring state anxiety are highlighted.
- Limitations in current theoretical models are discussed.
- Alternative methodological strategies are proposed.
Conclusions:
- Understanding state anxiety requires addressing methodological and theoretical challenges.
- Further research should incorporate novel approaches to study anxiety and motor performance.
- Martens' work provides a valuable foundation for future investigations in this area.