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The Psychology of Competition and Peak Performance 
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The Psychology of Competition and Peak Performance
 at 
Harvard University 
Overview

In this course we elucidate the relation between competition and performance in discussions of social comparison theory, goal adoption, the opposing process model of competition, performance under stress, and more.

Mode of learning

Online

Difficulty level

Intermediate

Course Level

UG Certificate

The Psychology of Competition and Peak Performance
 at 
Harvard University 
Highlights

  • Credit
  • Degree Credit
  • Topics covered:Psychology
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The Psychology of Competition and Peak Performance
 at 
Harvard University 
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  • Competition is ubiquitous: athletes compete on the sport field, dancers and actors audition for coveted roles, candidates vie for employment or political positions, businesses compete for profit, and students compete for scholarships and program admission. Why do some individuals choke under the pressure of competition, while others thrive How does having a competitor or audience watching you affect how well you perform In this course we elucidate the relation between competition and performance in discussions of social comparison theory, social facilitation, goal adoption, the opposing process model of competition, performance under stress, and deliberate practice. Students develop a scientifically-grounded understanding of how competition affects motivation and performance and learn practical, evidence-based tips for how to reach their own peak performance.
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The Psychology of Competition and Peak Performance
 at 
Harvard University 
Curriculum

Psychology

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The Psychology of Competition and Peak Performance
 at 
Harvard University 
Faculty details

Emily Hangen
Designation : College Fellow in Psychology, Harvard University

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