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sport exercise psychology

interdisciplinary scientific and applied field embracing integration of sport and exercise science and psychological knowledge



different disciplines impacting sport and exercise psychology

cognitive, clinical and counselling, physiological, social, developmental and health

Positive Psychology

focuses on understanding processes that enable people and groups to thrive


*nurturing psychological strengths to improve confidence

3 intervention approaches of positive psychology

1. emotional: focuses on positive states such as joy, satisfaction, happiness


2. cognitive: how positive thoughts influences moods, motivation and performance


3. behavioural: examining how enhancing self-regulation strategies

situational factors

coache/leader style, teammates, opponents, referees, organization, weather, significant others, fans, playing conditions, equipment

personal factors

physical skills, cognitive dispositions, cognitive skills, personality, positions, coping skills, expectations

careers in sport psyc?!

teaching, research, consulting

Who?

those with specialized training in sport sciences and training in interventions for sport and exercise populations



What can those without specialized training/licensed be?

mental training consultants; training in psychology and kinesiology; specialize in performance enhancement

ethics

-concerned with matters of right and wrong as they relate to human behaviour


-outlines parameters of relationship between consultant and athlete or team


-responsibility = to help athletes, and at worst, cause no harm



3 ethics boards

-CPA


-CSPA


-AASP

CPA ethics codes

1. respect dignity of persons (confidentiality, no discrimination)


2. responsible caring (competence, no harm, respect)


3. Integrity in Relationships (unbiased, objectivity)


4. Responsibility in Society (inquire knowledge from client, caring = priority)

scientific construct:

term created for scientific purpose to distinguish from related ideas

variable

construct assigned a specific value

evidence-based practice

best available research to inform clinical decision making and service delivery


maxmize benegits minimize harm


considers background, characteristics and preferences of client