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anxietyAugust 27, 2026

Effects of psychological interventions on competitive anxiety and athletic performance in golfers: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Li L, Zhao Z, Li X, Yi Y

BMC sports science, medicine & rehabilitation

This research looked at existing studies to see how psychological interventions might help golfers. It found that these interventions were linked to a small reduction in competitive anxiety and a moderate improvement in athletic performance for golfers. This suggests that mental strategies may be helpful tools for golfers looking to manage pre-competition nerves and enhance their game.

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