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Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics, 2009

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ISBN 9781492596264 (online)

ISBN 9781492578406 (PDF ebook)

ISBN 9780736074476 (print)

Human Kinetics’ fundamentals of sport and exercise science series

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Fundamentals of Sport and Exercise Psychology provides a preparatory look at the opportunities and goals in the field of sport and exercise psychology. Rather than focus on theory and concepts, this text answers basic questions for newcomers to the field by providing information on what sport and exercise psychology is and what it has to offer. It integrates applied and career information to show the basic principles of the field, contains information on where sport and exercise psychology professionals work, the types of jobs they hold, the services they provide, and the opportunities available to those thinking of entering the field. Engaging for readers of all levels, this book provides a clear and motivating vision of the future of the field and an update of the various career opportunities available. Throughout the resource, many features bring the practical aspects of sport and exercise psychology to life for those wondering what sport and exercise psychology is all about: Success Stories highlight influential practicing sport psychologists and mental training consultants to give readers an idea of how researchers and professionals are applying their knowledge in jobs and the many possible career paths available. Psychological Insights pull readers into the text with quirky or surprising "Did you know?" facts. Numerous quotes emphasize what sport and exercise psychologists, practitioners, and athletes in the real world have to say about the topic at hand. Real-life examples introduce readers to the possibilities ahead and get them excited about where further study can lead. The appendixes contain additional resources that students can consult as they continue their career journey and provide tips for applying the principles of sport and exercise psychology in various professions. (...).

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Part I. Welcome to Sport and Exercise Psychology -- Chapter 1. What Is Sport and Exercise Psychology? ; Origins in Psychology and Physical Education ; Psychology of Sport: 1900 to 1920 ; Psychology of Sport: 1920s and 1930s ; Psychology of Sport: 1940s to 1960s ; Psychology of Sport: 1970s to 1990s ; Current Status of the Field of Sport Psychology ; Professional Practice Issues in Sport Psychology ; The Short of It -- Chapter 2. What Can I Do With Sport and Exercise Psychology? ; Academic Path ; Professional Path ; Other Paths Incorporating Sport and Exercise Psychology ; The Short of It -- Part II. Goals of Sport and Exercise Psychology -- Chapter 3. Enhancing the Performance of Individual Athletes ; Cognitive-Behavioral Model of Sport Consultation ; Where Does Mental Training Occur? ; What Mental Training Skills Are Taught to Athletes? ; Research Support for Teaching Mental Skills to Athletes ; Who Provides Performance Enhancement Services to Athletes? ; The Short of It -- Chapter 4. Enhancing the Performance of Teams ; Overview of Team Building ; Where Does Team Building Occur? ; What Team-Building Activities Are Taught to Athletes? ; Research Support for Teaching Team Building ; Who Provides Team-Building Services to Sport Teams? ; The Short of It -- Chapter 5. Creating a Positive Sport Environment: Leadership, Motivation, and Communication ; Importance of Creating a Positive Sport Environment ; Where Do Coaches Learn to Create a Positive Environment? ; What Methods Do Consultants Teach to Coaches? ; Research Support for Providing a Positive Sport Environment ; Who Provides Consulting on Positive Sport Environments? ; The Short of It --

Chapter 6. Assessing Athletes’ Mental Skills ; Overview of Assessment for Sport Organizations and Teams ; Where Do Assessments Occur? ; How Is Assessment Used in Sport Psychology? ; Issues in Psychological Testing ; Research Support for Using Assessments With Athletes ; Who Provides Psychological Testing Services? ; The Short of It -- Chapter 7. Caring for Athletes: General Well-Being and Recovery From Injury ; What Is Psychology of Rehabilitation From Athletic Injury? ; How Do Athletes Respond to Injury? ; Referrals to Sport Psychologists ; What Interventions Are Provided to Injured Athletes? ; Research Support for Injury Counseling ; Who Provides Sport Psychology and Counseling Services to Injured Athletes? ; What Are the Unique Developmental Concerns of Athletes? ; Where Are Personal Development Services Provided and Who Provides Them? ; Research Support for Personal Development Services ; The Short of It -- Chapter 8. Helping Athletes With Mental Health Issues: A Clinical Approach ; What Is Clinical Sport Psychology? ; Responsibilities of a Clinical or Counseling Sport Psychologist ; Where Does Clinical Sport Psychology Take Place? ; What Occurs in Clinical Sport Psychology? ; Mental Health Issues Treated By Clinical Sport Psychologists ; Research Support for Clinical Sport Psychology Services ; Who Provides Clinical Sport Psychology Services? ; The Short of It -- Chapter 9. Using Psychology to Encourage Involvement in Exercise and Fitness ; What Is Exercise Psychology? ; Where Does Exercise Psychology Take Place? ; What Services Are Provided in Exercise Psychology? ; What Interventions Are Used in the Exercise Process? ; Research Support for Exercise Psychology Services ; Who Provides Exercise Psychology Services? ; The Short of It -- Epilogue -- Appendix A. Learn More About Sport and Exercise Psychology -- Appendix B. Tips for Implementing Sport and Exercise Psychology -- References -- Index