February 2015 PMID 25713517

Choking under pressure: the neuropsychological mechanisms of incentive-induced performance decrements.

Rongjun Yu

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Discussions show a balanced mix of critique and curiosity, with mentions like the article lacking psychological literature and references to research papers providing deeper insights. The tone is analytical, with some skepticism expressed about the article's evidence base, but discussions also reflect an interest in understanding the underlying neural mechanisms of choking.

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Abstract in brief

Incentive-induced performance decrements, known as choking under pressure, occur when high incentives lead to worse performance rather than improvement, challenging traditional economic models that expect higher wages to boost productivity.
Psychological stress from high pressure can cause distraction, increased self-monitoring, or overarousal, all of which impair task performance; neuroimaging studies link these effects to brain regions involved in motivation and attention control.
Understanding the psychological factors and neural mechanisms behind choking can help develop better training and interventions, enabling individuals to perform better under stressful, high-stakes situations.]

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