Athlete Transitions

Question 1

Define Transitions

Answer 1

An event or nonevent that results in a change in
assumptions about oneself and the world and thus
requires a corresponding change in one’s behaviour
and relationships.
(Schlossberg, 1981, p.5)

Question 2

Name the two types of transition

Answer 2

> Normative

> Non-normative

Question 3

Who suggested the types of transition

Answer 3

Schlossberg, 1984

Question 4

Describe a Normative transition

Answer 4

> Exit one stage, and enters another
Predictable and anticipated
Part of a definite sequence of age-related biological, social and emotional events or change

Question 5

Describe a Non-normative transition

Answer 5

> Do not occur in a set pattern or schedule, but result from important events in an individual’s life
Unpredicted, unanticipated and involuntary

Question 6

Name two other transitions

Answer 6

> Positive Transitions

> Crisis Transitions

Question 7

Who suggested the positive and crisis transitions

Answer 7

Stambulova, 1997

Question 8

Describe a positive transition

Answer 8

> Athletes make a quick and easy adjustment
Aided by necessary pre-requisites from an earlier transition
Characterised by: High motivation, positive attitude, coping strategies

Question 9

Describe a crisis transition

Answer 9

> Athletes has to make a special effort to adapt
Lack of adaptation results in: low self-esteem, emotional discomfort, confusion
Often involves external intervention