Self-talk effectiveness and attention
Related Experiment Video
Updated: Feb 24, 2026

The Adventures of Fundi Intervention Based on the Cognitive and Emotional Processing in Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder Patients
Published on: June 12, 2020
Antonis Hatzigeorgiadis1, Evangelos Galanis1
1School of Physical Education and Sport Science, University of Thessaly, Karies 42100, Trikala, Greece.
Abstract:
Self-talk interventions in sport have been receiving increased research attention in recent years. The findings have provided robust support that self-talk strategies enhance sport performance. Identifying the mechanisms that explain the beneficial effects of self-talk is important for developing a comprehensive self-talk theory and informing practice. Among the mechanisms proposed to explaining the effectiveness of self-talk, is its attentional effects. This article reviews the literature considering the effects of self-talk on attention. The findings suggest that self-talk can help enhancing attentional focus and attentional performance, but also help countering the aversive effects of distraction and ego depletion. The present evidence suggests that attention is a potential key mechanism in the self-talk performance relationship.
More Related Videos
Related Concept Videos
Self-Awareness and Its Effects
Self-Efficacy
Self-Regulation
Protecting Self-Esteem
Self-Discrepancy Theory
Self-Evaluation: Self-Enhancement and Self-Verification

