Lecture 17 Flashcards
1
Q
What assumption do people often make about sport participation and psychological development in children?
A
They assume it will automatically lead to positive development, but there is little evidence to support this claim.
2
Q
What are some reasons why sport doesn’t automatically develop character?
A
Moral disengagement: “It’s not cheating unless you get caught.”
Game reasoning: Players may focus on winning rather than moral behaviour.
Moral authority: Referees and coaches often make decisions about fairness, not players.
3
Q
Why does the belief in positive benefits from sport exist?
A
Self-selection - People with good character play sport
Over-generalisation: Focus on successful athletes leads to the assumption that sport develops character for all.
