What could a coach expect about her players' anxiety responses in the hours immediately prior to an important competitive event?

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Research suggests that athletes may experience an increase in the frequency of cognitive intrusions (e.g., worry thoughts) in the hours immediately prior to an important competition. While somatic anxiety symptoms may also increase, the question specifically asks about cognitive anxiety symptoms. There is conflicting evidence on whether anxiety symptoms are perceived as facilitative or debilitative for performance. Therefore, option C cannot be assumed to be true. Option B is inaccurate as it suggests a "sharp increase" in intensity, while research suggests a more gradual increase. Option D cannot be assumed to be true as some athletes may experience an increase in the intensity of somatic anxiety symptoms prior to competition.

What Could a Coach Expect About Her Players' Anxiety Responses