Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology by Weinberg, Robert S. -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

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Cover Title Page Copyright Contents To the Instructor To the Student Acknowledgments 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 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 2 - Personality and Sport

Defining Personality Understanding Personality Structure Studying Personality From Five Viewpoints Measuring Personality Using Psychological Measures Focusing on Personality Research Examining Cognitive Strategies and Success Identifying Your Role in Understanding Personality Learning Aids

Chapter 3 - 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 4 - 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 5 - 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 6 - 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 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

Part IV - Focusing on Group Processes

Chapter 7 - Group and Team Dynamics

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 Learning Aids

Chapter 8 - Group Cohesion

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 9 - Leadership

Definition of Leadership Approaches to Studying Leadership Sport-Oriented Interactional Approaches to Leadership Research on the Multidimensional Model of Sport Leadership Four Components of Effective Leadership The Art of Leadership Learning Aids

Chapter 10 - Communication

Understanding the Communication Process Sending Messages Effectively Receiving Messages Effectively Recognizing Breakdowns in Communication Improving Communication Dealing With Confrontation Delivering Constructive Criticism Learning Aids

Part V - Improving Performance

Chapter 11 - 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 12 - 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 13 - Imagery

Defining Imagery Evidence of Imagery’s Effectiveness Imagery in Sport: Where, When, Why, and What Factors Affecting the Effectiveness of Imagery How Imagery Works Uses of Imagery Keys to Effective Imagery How to Develop an Imagery Training Program When to Use Imagery Learning Aids

Chapter 14 - Self-Confidence

Defining Self-Confidence Understanding How Expectations Influence Performance Examining Self-Efficacy Theory Assessing Self-Confidence Building Self-Confidence Learning Aids

Chapter 15 - 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 16 - 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 17 - Exercise and Psychological Well-Being

Reducing Anxiety and Depression With Exercise Enhancing Mood With Exercise Understanding Exercise’s Effect 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 18 - 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 19 - Athletic Injuries and Psychology

How Injuries Happen Relationship Between Stress and 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 20 - Addictive and Unhealthy Behaviors

Eating Disorders Substance Abuse Addiction to Exercise Compulsive Gambling: An Odds-On Favorite for Trouble Learning Aids

Chapter 21 - 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 22 - 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 The Professionalization of Children’s Sports Learning Aids

Chapter 23 - Aggression in Sport

Defining Aggression Understanding the Causes of Aggression Examining Aggression in Sport: Special Considerations Applying Knowledge to Professional Practice Learning Aids

Chapter 24 - Character Development and Good Sporting Behavior

Defining Character, Fair Play, and Good Sporting Behavior Developing Character and Good Sporting Behavior: Three Approaches Examining Moral Development Research Understanding the Connection Between Moral Reasoning and Moral Behavior Studying the Connection Between Character Development and Physical Activity Guiding Practice in Character Development Learning Aids

Continuing Your Journey References Index About the Authors

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