Personality Flashcards
Personality definition
Each person in sport has their own personality profile and that this personality can, and does, have implications for the way coaches and players should approach training and competition.
What is trait theory
The features of trait theory are that an individual is born with innate characteristics, called traits, that are stable, enduring and stay the same in different situations.
What is the social learning theory
This theory suggest that behaviour is learned from significant others by socialisation.
What are some problems with trait theory
The problem with trait theory is that it doesn’t take into account for personality change. A player could be aggressive and fiery on the pitch but be calm and apologetic in the post match interview
What is the process of the social learning theory
Observe—->Identify—>Reinforce—->Copy
What is the interactionist perspective
This theoretical concept attempts to explain how aspects of personality are developed and how the behaviour of sportsmen and women can be aluenced by both genetic and environmental influences. It combines the to underlying concepts: the trait approach, which suggests that personality genetically influenced and that we are born with personality traits that will produce consistent behaviour in most situations; and the social approach, which suggests personality is learned from others.
What is Lewin’s formula
B=f(PxE)
What are the three features of Hollander’s approach
The Core
Typical Response
Role Related Behaviour