Chapter 1 Flashcards
Sport and exercise psychology definition
An interdisciplinary scientific and applied field that embraces the integration of sport science and psychological knowledge
Why is sport and exercise psychology defined in multiple different ways
It has been shaped by theoretical and methodological influences of both kinesiology and psychology
Define positive psychology
An area of psychology concerned primarily with understanding the processes that enable people and groups to thrive
Much can be learned from the positive aspects; focus on the more favourable attributes;
well being, satisfaction, fulfilment, pleasure, and happiness
What can resiliency be thought of
As the process of positive adaptation in the context of adversity or risks and positive psychology can strengthen psychological resilience through the development of skills based on avoiding thinking traps staying calm and focused and putting things in perspective
What are careers in sport and exercise psychology
Teaching = increasing awareness
Research = personality motivation anxiety stress coping group cohesion aggression moral behaviour ect.
Consulting = Canada doesn’t use as many consultants
Sport science education
Working in a university and college settings
Teaching and research skills
Clinical psychology
Focuses on the assessment and rehabilitation of serious psychological dysfunctions
Counselling training
Focuses more on helping people with adjustment or development problems
Are clinical and counselling the same
No but there is definite over lap between the two
Define a psychologist
A term that is defined and regulated by provincial and territorial boards in Canada
Why are there laws placed to be able to call yourself a sport psychologist
To protect people from being exploited possibly by untrained individuals.
What is the criteria for Canada to license you as a sport psychologist
A masters degree in sport psychology
Successful completion of courses
Extensive consulting experience
Hands on experience
Favourable supervisor and client evaluations
Ethics
Concerned with matters of right and wrong as they relate to human behaviour
What are three codes of ethics that are particularly relevant to the sport and exercise psychology consultant working in Canada
AASP ethical principles and standards
CSPA code of ethics
CPA Canadian code of ethics for psychologists
