Alex occasionally has self-doubts about his ability as a hockey player. His sports psychologist advised him that it is extremely important to banish these doubts from consciousness during games. Alex has found, however, that his self-doubts intensify following games. This is an example of:

A) the rebound effect of thought suppression.
B) mental control.
C) the overcompensation effect.
D) the dynamic unconscious.


A) the rebound effect of thought suppression.

Psychology

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Psychology