Lecture 14

Question 1

What are the two types of Applied Sport Psychology?

Answer 1

Clinical Sport Psych Consultant – Focus on severe or abnormal psychological issues

Educational Sport Psych Consultant – Focus on teaching practical psychological skills to “normal” athletes and coaches.

Question 2

What is MST

Answer 2

Mental Skills Training

Question 3

What are the primary goals of Mental Skills Training (MST)?

Answer 3

Help athletes perform to their best ability.

Enhance enjoyment and decrease anxiety in sport.

Develop psychological skills like stress management and goal setting.

Question 4

What are the 3 categories of MST skills?

Answer 4

Foundation MST Skills – Self-confidence, motivation.

Performance MST Skills – Optimal physical and mental activation, attention.

Interpersonal MST Skills – Communication and team-building.

Question 5

What are the two methods of assessing psychological skill needs?

Answer 5

Observation and interviews/discussions.

Psychological instruments like SCAT (Sport Competition Anxiety Test).