KNES 383 Final Exam Questions With
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What is psychological skills training? CORRECT ANSWERS -branch of exercise and
sport science that involves the scientific study of human behavior and experience in
sport and exercise, and the practical application of that knowledge in sport and exercise
settings
-(PST) refers to systematic and consistent practice of mental or psychological skills for
the purpose of enhancing performance, increasing enjoyment, or achieving greater
sport and physical activity self-satisfaction
Why is PST important? Why use PST? CORRECT ANSWERS -Helps to deal with
pressure / mental toughness
--sports related
-- Time management
-- Academics
-Because mental toughness is perceived to be critical for athletic success and PST
targets building and developing these mental skills, the importance of PST is obvious
Who can benefit from PST? CORRECT ANSWERS -Athletes
-Coaches
-Athletic Trainers
-Fitness Directors
-anyone!!
Why is PST often neglected? CORRECT ANSWERS -lack of knowledge
-Lack of time
-Misunderstanding that if athletes don't have it, they aren't going to get it
-Myths that surround sport psychology
What are the four major myths about PST? CORRECT ANSWERS 1. Only for problem
athletes
2. only for elite athletes
3. Provides a quick Fix
4. Is not useful
What are the strategies for implementing PST? CORRECT ANSWERS -Setting up a
PST program
-Three phases of PST program
-Evaluation of PST program
When? How? Who should administer PST? CORRECT ANSWERS When?
, -Off season
-can take several months 3- 6 to master skills that they can be used in competition
How?
-Mental practice should be regular; not sporadic
--10-15 mins a day (3-5 days a week)
- Off field, practice setting, ultimately use in competition
Who should administer?
-sports psychologist
What are the three phases of a PST program? CORRECT ANSWERS 1. Education
2. Acquisition
3. Practice
Education phase CORRECT ANSWERS -explain what you can do and cannot do
-Discuss importance of mental training
-Conduct needs assessments
--Performance profiling
--Intake interview
Acquisition Phase CORRECT ANSWERS -Developing customized PST programs
-Individual begins to learn psychological techniques
Practice Phase CORRECT ANSWERS -Move from non threatening to competitive
environment
-basic to complex
-ultimate goal is to utilize in competition when needed
What is a needs assessment? CORRECT ANSWERS -Performance Profiling
-Intake interview
Who should administer a PST Program? coach or SP? CORRECT ANSWERS Sports
psychologist
Advantages for having Coach administer? CORRECT ANSWERS -knows team better
-more confidence in coach
-one voice
-knows sport better
-make decisions
-they are there every day
-coach be invested
Advantages for having SP administer? CORRECT ANSWERS -Athletes more willing to
share
-Coach might be biased
100% Correct Answers | Verified | Latest
Update
What is psychological skills training? CORRECT ANSWERS -branch of exercise and
sport science that involves the scientific study of human behavior and experience in
sport and exercise, and the practical application of that knowledge in sport and exercise
settings
-(PST) refers to systematic and consistent practice of mental or psychological skills for
the purpose of enhancing performance, increasing enjoyment, or achieving greater
sport and physical activity self-satisfaction
Why is PST important? Why use PST? CORRECT ANSWERS -Helps to deal with
pressure / mental toughness
--sports related
-- Time management
-- Academics
-Because mental toughness is perceived to be critical for athletic success and PST
targets building and developing these mental skills, the importance of PST is obvious
Who can benefit from PST? CORRECT ANSWERS -Athletes
-Coaches
-Athletic Trainers
-Fitness Directors
-anyone!!
Why is PST often neglected? CORRECT ANSWERS -lack of knowledge
-Lack of time
-Misunderstanding that if athletes don't have it, they aren't going to get it
-Myths that surround sport psychology
What are the four major myths about PST? CORRECT ANSWERS 1. Only for problem
athletes
2. only for elite athletes
3. Provides a quick Fix
4. Is not useful
What are the strategies for implementing PST? CORRECT ANSWERS -Setting up a
PST program
-Three phases of PST program
-Evaluation of PST program
When? How? Who should administer PST? CORRECT ANSWERS When?
, -Off season
-can take several months 3- 6 to master skills that they can be used in competition
How?
-Mental practice should be regular; not sporadic
--10-15 mins a day (3-5 days a week)
- Off field, practice setting, ultimately use in competition
Who should administer?
-sports psychologist
What are the three phases of a PST program? CORRECT ANSWERS 1. Education
2. Acquisition
3. Practice
Education phase CORRECT ANSWERS -explain what you can do and cannot do
-Discuss importance of mental training
-Conduct needs assessments
--Performance profiling
--Intake interview
Acquisition Phase CORRECT ANSWERS -Developing customized PST programs
-Individual begins to learn psychological techniques
Practice Phase CORRECT ANSWERS -Move from non threatening to competitive
environment
-basic to complex
-ultimate goal is to utilize in competition when needed
What is a needs assessment? CORRECT ANSWERS -Performance Profiling
-Intake interview
Who should administer a PST Program? coach or SP? CORRECT ANSWERS Sports
psychologist
Advantages for having Coach administer? CORRECT ANSWERS -knows team better
-more confidence in coach
-one voice
-knows sport better
-make decisions
-they are there every day
-coach be invested
Advantages for having SP administer? CORRECT ANSWERS -Athletes more willing to
share
-Coach might be biased
