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| Title: | Effects of preparatory information on enchancing performance under stress |
| Journal: | Journal of Applied Psychology
1996 : AUG, VOL. 81:4, p. 429-435 |
| Index terms: | STRESS DECISION MAKING JOB PERFORMANCE INFORMATION |
| Language: | eng |
| Abstract: | Research conducted largerly in medical and clinical settings suggests that receiving preparatory information prior to a stressful event can reduce negative responses to stress. Although results within this domain have been promising, little research has examined the efficacy of preparatory information on enhancing performance in a more applied task environment. This study examined the effect of preparatory information on reducing stress reactions and enhancing performance on a realistic decision-making task. Results indicated that those who received preparatory information prior to performing under high-stress conditions reported less anxiety, were more confident in their ability to perform the task, and made fewer performance errors than those who received no preparatory information. |
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