FBI Shooting Psychology & Stress Management Flashcards
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What is 'shooting on the move' and why does the FBI emphasize it in marksman training?
Answer: Engaging threats while laterally moving to create a harder target and gain advantageous angles
Shooting on the move involves engaging threats while stepping laterally to present a harder target and improve tactical positioning, a core FBI defensive shooting skill.
What term describes the FBI concept of mentally pre-deciding responses to specific threat stimuli before an encounter?
Answer: Pre-incident mental conditioning (if-then planning)
Pre-incident mental conditioning (if-then planning) involves pre-deciding 'if the threat does X, I will do Y,' reducing reaction time in actual confrontations.
Which phenomenon causes people under extreme stress to perceive events as occurring in slow motion?
Answer: Tachypsychia
Tachypsychia is a neurological phenomenon where the brain processes information faster under extreme stress, making events appear to slow down.
What is the primary purpose of 'after-action reviews' (AARs) following FBI shooting exercises?
Answer: To systematically identify lessons learned and improve future performance
After-action reviews systematically identify what went well and what needs improvement, embedding lessons into long-term skill development for agents.
How does 'decision-based shooting' training differ from traditional marksmanship training?
Answer: It requires agents to determine shoot/no-shoot scenarios before engaging, training judgment alongside accuracy
Decision-based shooting training combines judgment (shoot/no-shoot) with marksmanship, ensuring agents make legally and tactically sound decisions while maintaining accuracy.
What physical symptom commonly affects fine grip and trigger control during high-stress encounters?
Answer: Increased sweating and hand tremor
Increased sweating and hand tremor caused by adrenaline release can significantly affect grip and trigger control, which is why FBI training emphasizes gross motor grip techniques.