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cortical control

1. the normal regulation of an activity, such as movement of a limb, by the cerebral cortex.

2. control of a prosthesis by signals recorded from the cerebral cortex, which are computer-processed and amplified.

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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.