Psyc 3480 Midterm Notes 2024 Update Assuared Success
Chapter 1. Introducing Sport and Exercise Psychology 1.1 The Nature of Sport and Exercise Psychology - Definitions of sport and exercise psychology differ o Some emphasize sport and exercise science o Some emphasize performance enhancement o Some address psychological principles applied to physical activity settings - Sport and exercise psychology has been shaped by theoretical and methodological influences of kinesiology and psychology o Much research and practice is heavily dominated by theoretical perspectives developed in the general field of psychology - Sport and exercise psychology : an interdisciplinary scientific and applied field that embraces the integration of sport science and psychological knowledge Sport and Exercise Psychology: A Multidimensional Perspective - Disciplines within psychology that have an impact on sport and exercise psychology: o Cognitive psychology o Clinical and counselling psychology o Behavioral neuroscience o Social psychology o Developmental psychology o Health psychology - Many human health and wellness challenges require a transdisciplinary approach Positive Psychology in Sport and Exercise - Positive psychology : an area of psychology primarily concerned with understanding the processes that enable people and groups to thrive - Think of positive psychology as
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