cerebral amblyopia

a depression of light vision and complete loss of form and color vision in either the left or right half of the visual field (unilateral hemiamblyopia) or in both the left and right halves (bilateral hemiamblyopia). Movement vision is typically not affected. See also Riddoch’s phenomenon.

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Psychology term of the day

February 14th 2025

educational sport psychology

a specialty focused on the use of psychological methods to improve performance in sport. Educational sport psychologists assist participants in sport to optimize performance enhancement through, for example, use of imagery and attentional focus. Education and training may also be informed by sport science, physical education, or kinesiology. Compare clinical sport psychology.