Using hypnosis, technique refinement, and self-modeling to enhance self-efficacy: A case study in cricket

American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis, Oct 2006 by Wickramasekera, Ian II

Barker, J.B., & Jones, M. (2006). Using hypnosis, technique refinement, and self-modeling to enhance self-efficacy: A case study in cricket. Sport Psychologist, 20(1), 94-110. The authors present a case study of a cricket player who wished to improve his performance through utilizing hypnosis and training in specific techniques.

The case study began with initial baseline measures and outcome measurements that included 7 month post intervention data. The treatment was accomplished using hypnotic training for improved self-efficacy as well as other techniques such as a self-modeling procedure involving an edited video tape. The treatment successfully improved the athlete's perception of self-efficacy and bowling performance during cricket as measured by pre and post measures. Email address for reprints: j.b.barker@staffs.ac.uk.