Sport Psychology - Confidence And Self Efficacy Flashcards
What is sports confidence?
The belief or degree of certainty individuals possess about their ability to be successful in sport.
What is self efficacy?
The self-confidence we have in specific situations.
What is self esteem?
The feeling of self-worth that determines how valuable & competent we feel.
What is subjective perceptions of outcomes?
How someone interprets their performance in sport.
How can sports confidence affect performance (SpC)?
more motivation to achieve and will make decisions that are more likely to have positive outcomes if you have high self-confidence.
How can sports confidence affect participation (SpC)?
Those with low SpC may shy away from sport & avoid competitive situations. High SpC enables them to not feel inhibited and play team sports.
How can SpC affect levels of self-esteem?
Those with high levels of SpC often have high self-esteem, this helps performance as sport often requires high arousal levels/ drive to succeed. Those with low levels of SpC may experience low self-esteem, feeling that they are not good enough.
What can affect self-esteem?
Sports experiences can positively/negatively affect a child’s self-esteem. Relationships with parents, coaches & teammates all have an impact. Problems with self-esteem can continue into life if not addressed.
What lifetime benefits does high self-esteem provide a child with?
Reduced anxiety
A more optimistic outlook on life
Fewer interpersonal problems
Less chance of conforming to social pressure
Better body image
Less likely to engage in risky behaviours
What are children with negative self-esteem more likely to develop?
Be depressed
Have eating disorders
Engage in risky behaviour
Not participate in sports or physical activity
Get bullies or become bullies
What is Vealey’s sports model?
- this model investigates the relationship between achievements motivated/competitiveness and self-confidence in sport
- it is situation-specific that sports confidence can be affected by many factors
