Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology
Human Kinetics
978-1-4925-6114-9 (ISBN)
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The leading textbook in sport and exercise psychology is back for a brand new seventh edition. It offers students and lecturers a comprehensive overview of the field, drawing connections between research and practice. This brand new edition introduces students to key concepts, research development and career opportunities available. After this introduction, the text shifts focus to personal factors that can affect performance and behaviour in sport. Students are taught how psychological factors can affect health and exercise. Plus, the text details the consequences of participating in sport and physical activity, including aggression in sport, moral development and good sporting behaviour. Updates to this new edition include a new chapter on diversity and inclusion and new content on popular and emerging areas, such as mindfulness.
Robert Weinberg has over 40 years' experience in both academic and applied sport psychology. He has written more than 150 journal articles, as well as books, chapters and applied articles for coaches and athletes. Daniel Gould has taught sport psychology for more than 35 years. Gould was the founding co-editor of The Sport Psychologist and has published more than 200 articles on the subject of sport psychology.
Part I. Beginning Your Journey
Chapter 1. Welcome to Sport and Exercise Psychology
Defining Sport and Exercise Psychology
Specializing in Sport Psychology
Distinguishing Between Two Specialties
Reviewing the History of Sport and Exercise Psychology
Focusing on Sport and Exercise Psychology Around the World
Learning Aids
Chapter 2. Science and Professional Practice of Sport and Exercise Psychology
Bridging Science and Practice
Choosing From Many Sport and Exercise Psychology Orientations
Understanding Present and Future Trends
Learning Aids
Part II. Learning About Participants
Chapter 3. Personality and Sport
Defining Personality
Understanding Personality Structure
Studying Personality From Six Viewpoints
Measuring Personality
Using Psychological Measures
Focusing on Personality Research
Examining Cognitive Strategies and Success
Identifying Your Role in Understanding Personality
Learning Aids
Chapter 4. Motivation
Defining Motivation
Reviewing Three Approaches to Motivation
Building Motivation With Five Guidelines
Developing a Realistic View of Motivation
Understanding Achievement Motivation and Competitiveness
Identifying Four Theories of Achievement Motivation
Developing Achievement Motivation and Competitiveness
Using Achievement Motivation in Professional Practice
Learning Aids
Chapter 5. Arousal, Stress, and Anxiety
Defining Arousal and Anxiety
Measuring Arousal and Anxiety
Defining Stress and Understanding the Stress Process
Identifying Sources of Stress and Anxiety
Connecting Arousal and Anxiety to Performance
Applying Knowledge to Professional Practice
Learning Aids
Part III. Understanding Sport and Exercise Environments
Chapter 6. Competition and Cooperation
Defining Competition and Cooperation
Viewing Competition as a Process
Reviewing Studies of Competition and Cooperation
Determining Whether Competition Is Good or Bad
Enhancing Cooperation
Learning Aids
Chapter 7. Feedback, Reinforcement, and Intrinsic Motivation
Principles of Reinforcement
Approaches to Influencing Behavior
Guidelines for Using Positive Reinforcement
Guidelines for Using Punishment
Behavior Modification in Sport
Behavior Modification and Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Intrinsic Motivation and Extrinsic Rewards
Cognitive Evaluation Theory
How Extrinsic Rewards Affect Intrinsic Motivation in Sport
Strategies for Increasing Intrinsic Motivation
Flow—A Special Case of Intrinsic Motivation
Learning Aids
Chapter 8. Diversity and Inclusion
Definition of Culture, Diversity, Inclusion, and Cultural Competence
Diversity and Inclusion Research in Sport and Exercise
Benefits of Diversity and Inclusion
Strategies for Diversifying Sport and Physical Activity and Creating Inclusive Environments
Learning Aids
Part IV. Focusing on Group Processes
Chapter 9. Team Dynamics and Cohesion
Recognizing the Difference Between Groups and Teams
Identifying Three Theories of Group Development
Understanding Group Structure
Creating an Effective Team Climate
Maximizing Individual Performance in Team Sports
Definition of Cohesion
Conceptual Model of Cohesion
Tools for Measuring Cohesion
Relationship Between Cohesion and Performance
Other Factors Associated With Cohesion
Strategies for Enhancing Cohesion
Guidelines for Building Team Cohesion
Learning Aids
Chapter 10. Leadership
Definition of Leadership
Approaches to Studying Leadership
Sport-Oriented Interactional Approaches to Leadership
Research on the Multidimensional Model of Sport Leadership
Leadership Training Interventions
Four Components of Effective Leadership
The Art of Leadership
Learning Aids
Chapter 11. Communication
Understanding the Communication Process
Sending Messages Effectively
Receiving Messages Effectively
Recognizing Breakdowns in Communication
Improving Communication
Dealing With Confrontation and Conflict
Delivering Constructive Criticism
Learning Aids
Part V. Improving Performance
Chapter 12. Introduction to Psychological Skills Training
What Psychological Skills Training Entails
Why PST Is Important
Why Sport and Exercise Participants Neglect PST
Myths About PST
PST Knowledge Base
PST Effectiveness
Three Phases of PST Programs
Self-Regulation: The Ultimate Goal of PST
Who Should Conduct PST Programs
When to Implement a PST Program
PST Program Development
Common Problems in Implementing PST Programs
Learning Aids
Chapter 13. Arousal Regulation
Increasing Self-Awareness of Arousal
Using Anxiety Reduction Techniques
Exploring the Matching Hypothesis
Coping With Adversity
Using Arousal-Inducing Techniques
Learning Aids
Chapter 14. Imagery
Defining Imagery
Uses of Imagery
Evidence of Imagery’s Effectiveness
Imagery in Sport: Where, When, Why, and What
Factors Affecting the Effectiveness of Imagery
How Imagery Works
Keys to Effective Imagery
How to Develop an Imagery Training Program
When to Use Imagery
Learning Aids
Chapter 15. Self-Confidence
Defining Self-Confidence
Understanding How Expectations Influence Performance
Examining Self-Efficacy Theory
Assessing Self-Confidence
Building Self-Confidence
Learning Aids
Chapter 16. Goal Setting
Definition of Goals
Effectiveness of Goal Setting
Principles of Goal Setting
Development of Group Goals
Design of a Goal-Setting System
Common Problems in Goal Setting
Learning Aids
Chapter 17. Concentration
Defining Concentration
Explaining Attentional Focus: Three Processes
Connecting Concentration to Optimal Performance
Identifying Types of Attentional Focus
Recognizing Attentional Problems
Using Self-Talk to Enhance Concentration
Assessing Attentional Skills
Improving Concentration
Learning Aids
Part VI. Enhancing Health and Well-Being
Chapter 18. Exercise and Psychological Well-Being
Reducing Anxiety and Depression With Exercise
Understanding the Effect of Exercise on Psychological Well-Being
Changing Personality and Cognitive Functioning With Exercise
Enhancing Quality of Life With Exercise
Examining the Runner’s High
Using Exercise as an Adjunct to Therapy
Learning Aids
Chapter 19. Exercise Behavior and Adherence
Reasons to Exercise
Reasons for Not Exercising
Problem of Exercise Adherence
Theories and Models of Exercise Behavior
Determinants of Exercise Adherence
Settings for Exercise Interventions
Strategies for Enhancing Adherence to Exercise
Guidelines for Improving Exercise Adherence
Learning Aids
Chapter 20. Athletic Injuries and Psychology
What Is Injury?
Causes of Injury
Relationship Between Stress and Injury
Other Psychologically Based Explanations for Injury
Psychological Reactions to Exercise and Athletic Injuries
Role of Sport Psychology in Injury Rehabilitation
Identify Athletes and Exercisers Who Are at Risk for Injury
Learning Aids
Chapter 21. Addictive and Unhealthy Behaviors
Eating Disorders
Substance Abuse
Addiction to Exercise
Compulsive Gambling
Learning Aids
Chapter 22. Burnout and Overtraining
Definitions of Overtraining, Staleness, and Burnout
Frequency of Overtraining, Staleness, and Burnout
Models of Burnout
Factors Leading to Athlete Overtraining and Burnout
Symptoms of Overtraining and Burnout
Ways to Measure Burnout
Burnout in Sport Professionals
Treatment and Prevention of Burnout
Learning Aids
Part VII. Facilitating Psychological Growth and Development
Chapter 23. Children and Sport Psychology
Importance of Studying the Psychology of Young Athletes
Children’s Reasons for Participation and Nonparticipation
Role of Friends in Youth Sport
Stress and Burnout in Children’s Competitive Sport
Effective Coaching Practices for Young Athletes
Role of Parents
Learning Aids
Chapter 24. Aggression in Sport
Defining Aggression
Understanding the Causes of Aggression
Examining Aggression in Sport
Applying Knowledge to Professional Practice
Learning Aids
Chapter 25. Character Development and Good Sporting Behavior
Defining Character, Fair Play, and Good Sporting Behavior
Developing Character and Good Sporting Behavior
Examining Moral Development Research
Understanding the Connection Between Moral Reasoning and Moral Behavior
Hazing and Bullying in Sport
Studying the Connection Between Character Development and Physical Activity
Guiding Practice in Character Development
Learning Aids
| Erscheint lt. Verlag | 21.1.2019 |
|---|---|
| Verlagsort | Champaign, IL |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 216 x 279 mm |
| Gewicht | 5 g |
| Themenwelt | Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Sport ► Motor- / Rad- / Flugsport |
| Weitere Fachgebiete ► Sportwissenschaft | |
| ISBN-10 | 1-4925-6114-2 / 1492561142 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1-4925-6114-9 / 9781492561149 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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