Case Formulations Flashcards
Where were case formulations initially developed?
Within clinical psychology, e.g., British Psychological Society.
Who first highlighted the benefits of case formulation in sport psychology?
Gardner and Moore (2005).
What is the main purpose of a case formulation?
To link theory to practice, identify the best way to help a client, and inform intervention planning.
What are three essential features of case formulation?
- Summarising challenges or strengths.
- Explaining development and maintenance of challenges.
- Indicating an intervention plan.
What are the five principles of case formulation?
- Grounded in psychological theory and evidence.
- Constructed collaboratively.
- Constructed reflectively.
- Concerned with personal meaning.
- Focused on usefulness rather than determining absolute truth.
What is the difference between case formulation in clinical psychology vs. sport psychology?
• Clinical psychology: Problem-focused, reducing symptoms.
• Sport psychology: Strengths-based, maximizing performance and potential.
What are the Five Ps of case formulation?
- Presenting Issues - The client’s challenges or strengths.
- Predisposing Factors - Factors increasing vulnerability to challenges.
- Precipitating Factors - Triggers for the challenge/strength.
- Perpetuating Factors - What maintains the challenge/strength.
- Protective Factors - Strengths and assets that can be used.
What are key considerations when developing a case formulation?
• Not about diagnosing or labeling.
• Understanding experiences that led to a concern/strength.
• Considering wider social context.
• Involving the client in the process.
• Strengthening intervention outcomes.
What is a challenging behavior in sport related to motivation?
Lack of motivation.
What is a challenging behavior in sport involving emotions?
Emotional outbursts.
What is a challenging behavior in sport that involves physical health?
Training through injury.
What is a challenging behavior in sport that involves ethics?
Engaging in cheating behaviors.
What are self-destructive behaviors in sport?
Self-destructive behaviors (e.g., alcohol, gambling, disturbed eating).
What are positively framed intervention goals?
- Develop productive thoughts around body image.
- Improve assertiveness and communication skills.
- Use motivational statements (e.g., “I am prepared”).
