Chapter 1

Question 1

What is sport psychology?

Answer 1

the study of people and their behaviors in sport and exercise activities and the practical application of that knowledge

Question 2

What are the two objectives of sport psychology?

Answer 2

1. understanding the effects of psych factors on sport performance ( bodily function)
2. understand the effects of participation in physical activity on overall health (mental and well-being)

Question 3

What are some common question in regard to first objective?

Answer 3

1. How does anxiety affect a soccer player’s ability to perform?
2. Does lacking self-confidence influence a child’s ability to learn to swim?

Question 4

What are some questions to ask in regard to the second objective?

Answer 4

1. Does running reduce anxiety and depression?
2. Does participation in daily PE class improve a child’s self esteem?

Question 5

What are the 3 roles of Sport and Exercise Psychologists?

Answer 5

Research: aimed at advancing knowledge (academic journals and meetings)

Teaching: university courses on psych or sports science

Consulting: working with athletes

Question 6

What are the two Sport Psychology Specialties and what do they do?

Answer 6

1. Clinical sport psychologists: license psychologists that work with people with emotional disorders and are trained to help athletes with problems such as eating disorders and substance abuse
2. Educational Sport Psychology Specialists: mental coach approach. Have training in sports/exercise science and educate coaches and athletes on anxiety/self-esteem development

Question 7

Theory of science is derived from?

Answer 7

describing, explaining, predicting, and controlling

Question 8

What are the scientific guidelines?

Answer 8

systematic, controlled, empirical, and critical

Question 9

What is the difference between a study and an experiment?

Answer 9

Study = observe and assess without changing environment

Experiment = manipulating variables while observing them

Question 10

What are the three approaches to sport and exercise psychology?

Answer 10

1. Psycho-physiological orientation = understanding processes of the brain in terms of behavior (
2. Social-psychological orientation = interaction of social environment and personality of athlete
3. Cognitive-behavioral orientation = behavior determined by both environment and thoughts (differences in confidence and anxiety among soccer players with or without burnout)

Question 11

What are the 6 ethical standards?

Answer 11

1.competence (work within limits)
2. integrity (no false advertising)
3. professional/scientific responsibility (in interest of clients)
4. respect (privacy)
5. concern (help others)
6. social responsibility (contribute knowledge)