Effect of psychological skills training on reaction time and strategic thinking in competitive badminton- a systematic review
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https://doi.org/10.47197/retos.v62.110746Keywords:
Psychological Skills Training, Reaction Time, Strategic Thinking, Competitive Badminton, Systematic ReviewAbstract
Background: Badminton is a competitive sport requiring physical, tactical, and mental skills. In addition to physical abilities, such as speed, agility, and endurance, psychological skills are essential in determining an athlete's performance. Quick reaction time and practical strategic thinking are two critical elements needed in badminton matches, where athletes must react quickly to opponents and make strategic decisions under pressure. Psychological skills training, which includes attention regulation, stress management, visualization, and emotion regulation, has been identified as an essential factor supporting improving athletes' performance in various sports. However, not many studies have empirically reviewed the effect of psychological skills training on reaction time and strategic thinking, especially in competitive badminton. Study Objectives: This study aims to systematically review the existing literature on the effect of psychological skills training on reaction time and strategic thinking in competitive badminton. As such, the study seeks to identify and evaluate the existing evidence regarding the effectiveness of psychological skills training in improving these two critical components and their implications for enhancing athletes' performance on the field. Materials and Methods: This study is a systematic review that follows the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) guidelines. Research articles published during a given year and relevant to this topic are collected from various academic databases, including PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar. Studies that met the inclusion criteria were those that explored psychological skills training in the context of badminton or similar sports and that assessed the impact on reaction time and strategic thinking. Exclusion criteria were applied to irrelevant studies that did not have sufficient empirical data or used non-athlete populations. The study selection process involves screening the title and abstract, followed by a full-text analysis of the eligible articles. Data from each study that met the criteria were analyzed and synthesized to evaluate the consistency of the findings and provide a comprehensive picture of the effects of psychological skills training. Results: Most of the studies reviewed showed that psychological skills training positively impacted the reaction time of badminton athletes. Training in relaxation, concentration, and visualization techniques has proven effective in helping athletes shorten the response time to game stimuli. In addition, strategic decision-making abilities on the field have also improved significantly through the application of psychological skills, especially when athletes are faced with high-pressure situations. These studies also show that psychological skills training improves physical performance and helps athletes manage anxiety and increase self-confidence, which affects the quality of tactical decisions made during games. Conclusion: Based on the results of this systematic review, psychological skills training significantly improves reaction time and strategic thinking in competitive badminton. Techniques such as visualization, stress management, and attention focus impact quick response and decision-making in the field. Thus, integrating psychological skills training into badminton athlete training programs can effectively improve competitive performance. Further research is needed to explore the long-term implementation of this training and its effectiveness at different levels of competition.
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