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Performance under pressure: A new perspective on why we fail—or rise to the occasion

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Briefings

A new perspective on performance under pressure suggests that high-stakes moments do not always impair performance, though existing accounts cannot fully explain this phenomenon. The evidence highlights that some individuals maintain peak performance precisely during critical moments, challenging traditional views on how pressure affects outcomes.

Key points

• Decisive moments in competitions, such as a final penalty kick or last attempt, can cause performance breakdowns despite prior practice.
• Conversely, some individuals maintain peak performance during high-pressure moments, suggesting pressure does not always impair performance.

Context

This finding challenges existing accounts that explain why we fail or rise to the occasion, suggesting a new perspective on performance under pressure.

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