Mental imagery

Mental imagery

Can you complete the assignment within the given time frame free of plagiarism?

Due Date: Aug 12, 2015 23:59:59       Max Points: 180

Details:

Much attention was given to mental imagery in athletics (particularly tennis) in the 1960s and 1970s under the heading of visualization as a way to improve personal performance. The idea was to practice specific physical actions and to visualize them being successfully completed without actually doing them.

General Requirements:

Use the following information to ensure successful completion of the assignment:

This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

Directions:

Write a position paper (1,000-1,250 words) in which you discuss whether this practice of visualizing successful completion of physical activities is “pop psychology” and mysticism or whether the practice has research-supported underpinnings.

Using current research, make recommendations for improving the technique, or argue that it now is obsolete.

 

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Mental imagery entails the athlete or rather a players visualizing themselves in a situation performing a particular action with all of their senses, that is sight, feel, smell and hear. The images ought to contain the players doing it effectively and also feeling satisfied with their performance. Basically, visual imaginary supporters claim that this practice amplifies energy and evades injuries as well……………………………

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