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reasons for the emergence of sport psychology
pursuit of excellence, political tools, money, recognition, entertainment, fitness movement
sport psychology
the study of phsychological and mental factors affecting the pariticaption in sport, exercises, and
physical activities, and the application of this knowledge
humanism
the belief that emphasizes optimism and individual initiative by Abraham AMslow and Carl
Rogers
Division 47
Division of Exercises and Sport Psychology (1986 with over 1000 members and extremely
relevant even today)
Center for the Study of Sport in Society (CSSS)
not a professional society; Rick Lapchick; dictates the dialouge about racism and gender issues
in sport; interfaces between academics and collegiate athletics
, Functions of a Sport Psychologist
research, education, application
Sport Psychology vs. Sports Psychology
"sports" implies organizaed athletic competitions while "sport" is inclusive to the entire
umbrella of physical activity
Ethical Conflicts in Sport Psychology
who can be called a psychologist, competence, integrity, professional/scientific responsibility,
respect for rights/dignity, the concern for welfare of others, and social responsibility
Licensure
a restrictive, statuatory process designed to regulate memeber conduct; required in the US and
Canada; legally protects the term "psychologist"
Credientialing
the process of ensuring that memebers of a profession meet certain standards
Certification
nonstatuatory procudure carried out by an organization