Sport Psychology: From Theory to Practice

Abstract

1. The Science of Sport Psychology. 2. Characteristics of Successful Athletes. 3. Motivating Athletes: Dos and Don'ts. 4. Attributions: Explaining the Causes of Performance and Contest Outcomes. 5. Regulating Stress, Anxiety and Arousal. 6. Aggression in Sport. 7. Team Climate, Cohesion and Group Dynamics. 8. Leadership in Sport: A Matter of Style. 9. Communication and Counseling Techniques. 10. Youth and Gender: Coaching Considerations. 11. Applied Exercise Psychology. 12. Athletes Speak for Themselves. 13. Conclusions and Future Directions. Appendix A: Research and Measurement in Sport Psychology. Appendix B: Imagery and Progressive Relaxation Sessions. References. Subject Index. Author Index.

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