Kinesiology 3474A/B Study Guide - Final Guide: Computer Graphics, Psychological Intervention, Guided Imagery
20 Feb 2017
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Imagery shown to be effective technique in variety of tasks and situations and to have powerful effects on behaviour as well as self-confidence and other cognitions. Believed that imagery facilitates goal-directed action by strengthening links between thought and goal- directed behaviour. We can be aware of seeing an image, feeling movements as an image, or experiencing an image of smell, tastes or sounds without actually experiencing the real thing. Sometimes people find it helps to close eyes. Differs from dreams in that we are awake and conscious when we form an image. Everyone has ability to create and use imagery; however some chose not to use it even when may prove beneficial. This is partly due to individual differences, some people are better imagers than others. If you are high in imagery ability, you are more likely to use imagery in a given situation. Betts (1909) one of first imagery studies thinking, mental multiplication and discrimination judgements.
