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Self-talk PhD

PhD Topic: Self-talk

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This sport psychology project explores self-talk and organic inner dialogue, aiming to enhance performance and self-regulation. It develops an intervention using cue words to improve self-talk patterns in athletes. The project investigates how structured self-talk strategies influence natural thought processes and contribute to more effective mental regulation during performance.

Project leader: (opens in a new window)Alexander T. Latinjak

Reference text: (opens in a new window)https://www.routledge.com/Self-talk-in-Sport/Latinjak-Hatzigeorgiadis/p/book/9781032336824?srsltid=AfmBOor1xrP8wFhTXC9_TTYhRllM4SaRp9DTrBmwWyPueZzsG5lfrvNF

Other sources: (opens in a new window)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G6yoR621WLM

Contact to discuss: (opens in a new window)alexander.latinjak@ucd.ie

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