L2 - What do sport psychologists do??

Question 1

What services do sport psychologists occur??

Answer 1

• optimal performance
• interpersonal issues
• lifestyle issues
• personal development
• well-being

Question 2

What 4 areas should sports psychologists demonstrate competencies in?

Answer 2

Standards/ethics, evidence-based practice, research/develop, communication

Question 3

What are effective consulting approaches according to Olympic athletes and their coaches (Orlick and Partingon, 1987)

Answer 3

1. Likeable and able to establish relations
2. Accessible and good listener
3. Able to make a lot of practical suggestions
4. Flexible, open and creative in their approaches
5. Able to personalise suggestions and feedback
6. Involved with long term and multiple contacts

Question 4

What are ineffective consulting approaches according to Olympic athletes and their coaches?? (Orlick + Partingon, 1987)

Answer 4

1. Poor interpersonal skills
2. Not applied enough
3. Inflexible to adapt to individual needs
4. Limited contact with athletes/coaches
5. Inappropriate on site behaviour
6. Gave little or no useful feedback