DP SEHS Option B.4.1 Psychological skills training

According to Jack Nicklaus, what percentage of golf is mental?

• 50%

• 90%

• 70%

• 30%

Which of the following is a characteristic of successful athletes?

• More positive thoughts

• More negative thoughts

• More neutral thoughts

• More random thoughts

According to the research, successful athletes have more of what compared to less successful ones?

• Commitment

• Distractions

• Anxiety

• Doubt

PST does NOT provide what type of solutions?

• Long-term

• Quick fix

• Comprehensive

• Sustainable

Which of the following is a misconception about PST?

• It is learnable

• It is only for elite athletes

• It complements other preparations

• It benefits everyone in a performance setting

Which of the following is a common PST skill?

• Time Management

• Goal Setting

• Financial Planning

• Public Speaking

Which skill involves creating mental pictures to enhance performance?

• Goal Setting

• Mental Imagery

• Relaxation Techniques

• Self Talk Techniques

Which PST skill can help reduce anxiety before a performance?

• Goal Setting

• Mental Imagery

• Relaxation Techniques

• Self Talk Techniques

Which PST skill is most directly related to planning and achieving targets?

• Goal Setting

• Mental Imagery

• Relaxation Techniques

• Self Talk Techniques

What does mental rehearsal involve?

• Setting targets

• Rehearsing a sequence in the mind

• Creating mental images

• Building confidence