When individuals perform poorly, they exhibit a decrease in their performance or ability to complete a task effectively. This can occur due to various factors such as anxiety, distraction, or lack of confidence.
Related terms
Social Facilitation: The tendency for individuals to perform better on simple tasks when in the presence of others.
Evaluation Apprehension: The fear or concern about being judged by others that can lead to decreased performance.
Distraction Conflict Theory: A theory that suggests that the presence of others creates a conflict between paying attention to them and focusing on the task at hand, leading to poorer performance.