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Neural choke under pressure spans monkeys to humans
High stakes pressure disrupts planning in the brain, a finding seen in monkeys and humans. Studies flag ventral striatum and prefrontal-motor connections, with jackpot rewards dulling neural planning and prompting cautious, undershooting movements. Experts urge practice under stress and personal coping routines.
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Steven Chase
Carnegie Mellon University
Aaron Batista
University of Pittsburgh
Chase
Sian Beilock
Dartmouth
Beilock
Batista