C20- Confidence

Question 1

Define confidence

Answer 1

belief or degree of certainty individuals possess about their ability to be successful in sport

Question 2

Define self efficacy

Answer 2

Self confidence we have but in specific situations

Question 3

How does high confidence affect performance

Answer 3

• achieve positive outcomes
• more skillful

Question 4

How does low confidence affect performance

Answer 4

• more likely to underachieve

Question 5

Benefits of a positive self esteem

Answer 5

• reduced anxiety
• optimistic outlook
• better body image
• less risky behaviour

Question 6

Negatives of a bad self esteem

Answer 6

• depressed
• eating disorders
• risky behaviour
• get bullied
• non sporting participation

Question 7

What is trait confidence

Answer 7

• innate
• long term

Question 8

what is state confidence

Answer 8

• situational
• short term

Question 9

Describe Vealey’s model of confidence

Answer 9

• what impacts state confidence

*competitive orientation with trait confidence combines to make state sports confidence
*Another factor is that if the skill is performed and the perceived outcome is achieved then it will increase trait and competitive orientation

Question 10

Describe Bandura’s model of self efficacy

Answer 10

Performance accomplishments: reminded of previous success (past experiences)

Vicarious Experiences: watching another performer complete the same skill can raise confidence

Verbal Persuasion: positive extrinsic feedback or reinforcement

Emotional arousal: understanding signs of increased arousal

*all these factors increase self efficacy so therefore performance improves