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cognitive remediation

an intervention to improve neuropsychological function, such as in attention or memory, that has been impaired due to traumatic brain injury, stroke, severe mental illness (e.g., schizophrenia), or other conditions. See cognitive rehabilitation.

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February 14th 2025

educational sport psychology

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.