burnout Flashcards
what are the demands of modern sport?
1) pressure to perform
2) higher performance standards
define staleness:
significant performance decrement caused by overtraining
what is burnout?
characterised by exhaustion but will not always drop out
define dropout:
withdrawal from activity
who defined burnout?
raedeke et al (2002)
define burnout:
a withdrawal from sport noted by a sense of accomplishment, devaluation/resentment of sport, and physical/psychological exhaustion
what are the three dimensions of burnout?
1) physical/emotional exhaustion
2) reduced sense of accomplishment
3) sport devaluation refers to a loss of interest
how can coaches experience burnout?
work capacity can negatively affect coach-athlete relationships resulting in dropouts
for athletes what is burnout associated with?
underperformance & compromised physical and psychologic wellbeing leading to possible dropout
what are the categories of symptoms of burnout?
1) affective
2) behavioural
3) cognitive
4) motivational
5) physical
what are the possible consequences of burnout?
1) decreased commitment
2) performance decrements
3) mood changes
4) injuries and illness - poor recovery
5) social issues - abuse of drugs/alcohol etc
how can burnout be measured?
athlete burnout questionnaire (raedeke & smith, 2001)
how can burnout be prevented/treated?
1) education
2) monitor critical stress levels & stress sources
3) take relaxation breaks for mental & physical wellbeing
4) psychological skills & coping strategies
what is an individual factor that can influence burnout?
perfectionist concerns - being overly critical of your own behaviour & performance
