Confusion

Confusion (ねんりき Mindpower) is a -type move that many Pokémon learn at a low level. The user uses its Psychic powers to hurt the foe, and it may confuse.

In Battle
The foe is hit by a weak telekinetic force. It may also leave the foe confused.

Contests
Startles the Pokémon that appealed before the user.

Super Contests
A basic performance using a move known by the Pokémon.

In the Anime
Confusion has often been a very damaging attack in the Anime. In the T.V. shows Confusion is often used to lift opponent Pokémon up, and then smash them into the terrain.