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PSY 831 Topic 4 Discussions Q1 The effects of limited attentional capacity in the field of performance psychology are apparent, as they influence our actions in competitive or performance contexts, at work, and in our daily lives. It is important to think about the many theoretical models and frameworks that have been produced to help people deal with this issue of attentional issues and errors. The Yerkes-Dodson law, typically represented by an inverted U-shaped curve, is one of the most well-known models for describing how people cope with attentional constraints. According to this paradigm, there is a sweet spot of arousal where productivity is at its highest (Bruya & Tang, 2018). A lack of arousal can lead to distracted thinking and poor performance. On the flip side, elevated arousal levels are associated with negative outcomes like stress, anxiety, and a decline in focus and performance (Oberauer, 2019). Therefore, controlling one's degree of arousal can help with focus issues. To improve focus and productivity, practices like meditation and yoga can help people reach a state of optimal arousal. Kahneman's Attentional Model is another applicable framework; it distinguishes between System 1 (quick, automatic thinking) and System 2 (slow, deliberate thinking). One can best allocate their focus on tasks by learning when and how to activate each system. Relying on System 1 can be useful when the situation calls for fast, automatic answers (like in sports). System 2 is optimal for use in situations calling for in-depth evaluation and deliberation, such as when dealing with complex job projects (Oberauer, 2019). Individuals can better manage their limited attentional resources if they know when and how to use each system. In addition, Wickens's Multiple Resource Theory postulates that people use multiple, finitely available types of attention. Individuals can lessen the impact of attentional difficulties

by utilizing their attention resources properly. Distributing focus on competing players, strategy, and self-regulation, for instance, might improve efficiency in a performance or competition setting. In conclusion, the Yerkes-Dodson law, Kahneman's Attentional Model, and the Multiple Resource Theory are three models that shed light on how people can reduce their propensity for making errors related to their focus and attention. Individuals can overcome their innate constraints and perform better in competitive or performance contexts, in the workplace, and in day-to-day life by controlling their arousal levels, employing the most appropriate thinking system, and allocating their attention resources efficiently (Stevens & Bavelier, 2019). Attentional resources can be optimized, and attention-related issues mitigated by training and adaptation in accordance with these concepts. References Bruya, B., & Tang, Y. Y. (2018). Is Attention Really Effort? Revisiting Daniel Kahneman's Influential 1973 Book Attention and Effort . Frontiers in Psychology , 9 , 1133. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2018.01133 Oberauer K. (2019). Working Memory and Attention - A Conceptual Analysis and Review. Journal of Cognition , 2 (1), 36. https://doi.org/10.5334/joc.58 Stevens, C., & Bavelier, D. (2019). The role of selective attention on academic foundations: A cognitive neuroscience perspective. Developmental cognitive neuroscience , 2 Suppl 1 (Suppl 1), S30–S48. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dcn.2011.11.001 Topic 4 Discussions

Q2 Significant interest in the fields of cognitive psychology and education centers on the question of whether or not training may improve concentration, attentional focus, and situational awareness. Studies show that training can improve certain cognitive capacities, albeit the results may vary depending on a number of variables. First, training can help people focus better by instructing them in methods like meditation and mindfulness (Neumann, 2019). The ability to focus on one thing for extended periods is honed through these methods. Working memory and attentional control activities, which are part of cognitive training, have also been found to improve focus. Training can also enhance one's capacity for focused attention. Cognitive-behavioral therapy and attentional bias reduction are two methods that have been used to help people learn to redirect their attention. These methods are often task-specific, as they are designed to address the individual's unique attentional challenges. Training that emphasizes information processing and decision-making, on the other hand, can boost situational awareness (Wadlinger & Isaacowitz, 2018). Training programs for the military and the aviation industry could include exercises in which participants learn to assess their surroundings and act accordingly quickly. Task-specific simulations are used to create an environment as close to the real thing as possible during training. Whether or not training is tailored to a certain activity affects how useful it is. For tasks that need a high degree of precision and skill, task-specific training is usually more successful at targeting concentration, attentional focus, and situational awareness. But general cognitive training can also improve these skills, especially in practical applications (Neumann, 2019). Furthermore, it is not always assured that abilities obtained in task-specific training will transfer

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to other domains or contexts; thus, it is vital to consider the context and goals when adopting an effective training framework. In conclusion, training can enhance one's capacity for focused attention and situational awareness. When the objective is to perform exceptionally well in a particular field or occupation, task-specific training can be a powerful tool for improving the relevant cognitive abilities. However, people who want to boost their overall attention and cognition might also benefit from general cognitive training. It is important to tailor training to the individual's requirements and goals, as well as the setting in which those skills will be used. References Neumann D. L. (2019). A systematic review of attentional focus strategies in weightlifting. Frontiers in Sports and Active Living , 1 , 7. https://doi.org/10.3389/fspor.2019.00007 Wadlinger, H. A., & Isaacowitz, D. M. (2018). Fixing our focus: training attention to regulate emotion. Personality and social psychology review: An official journal of the Society for Personality and Social Psychology, Inc , 15 (1), 75–102. https://doi.org/10.1177/1088868310365565

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