Physical Education A-Level
Thought control and self-talk
What Thought control and self-talk means in Physical Education A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Thought control and self-talk
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Reference: AQA
Positive self-talk uses encouraging statements to replace negative thoughts, raising confidence and focus, while thought stopping involves recognising a negative thought, interrupting it and replacing it with a positive cue.
Topics that use Thought control and self-talk
- Stress management (AQA A-Level)
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