Self-esteem

These flashcards cover key concepts in self-esteem, self-efficacy, imagery, and self-talk as they relate to sports psychology, with examples and definitions drawn from the lecture notes.

What is self-esteem?

Self-esteem is how much you like or value yourself.

How can self-esteem impact sports performance?

High self-esteem can improve confidence and resilience, while low self-esteem can lead to self-doubt and anxiety.

What is self-efficacy?

Self-efficacy is the belief in one's ability to succeed in specific situations or accomplish a task.

What is the difference between self-efficacy and self-confidence?

Self-efficacy is about belief in one's specific abilities, while self-confidence is a more general belief in oneself.

What are the key components of Bandura’s theory of self-efficacy?

Mastery experiences, vicarious experiences, verbal persuasion, and physiological/emotional states.

How does high self-esteem manifest in athletes?

Athletes with high self-esteem have feelings of security, confidence, a desire to learn, and maintain positive relationships.

What are the psychological impacts of low self-esteem on athletes?

Low self-esteem can lead to self-doubt, fear of failure, heightened anxiety, and reliance on external validation.

How does self-talk influence performance?

Self-talk can improve self-confidence, control arousal levels, and establish effective pre-performance routines.

Define negative self-talk in sports context.

Negative self-talk includes discouraging thoughts like 'I'll never be able to…' that undermine performance.

What is imagery in sports psychology?

Imagery involves creating or recreating images in your mind to enhance performance and visualize success.

What are the types of imagery used in sports?

Visual imagery, auditory imagery, and kinesthetic imagery.

How can imagery be used as an intervention in sports?

Imagery can be used to reduce anxiety, influence self-confidence, and improve focus through mental rehearsal.

Give an example of how acquiring new skills can boost self-esteem.

Learning to ride a bike or fully participating in an aerobics class for the first time increases self-esteem.

What role does self-talk play in arousal control?

Self-talk can help reduce anxiety or increase arousal levels using cue words.

What was the aim of Sport England’s 'This Girl Can' campaign?

To improve activity levels in women and enhance their self-esteem through exercise.

What are performance outcomes of high self-esteem in athletes?

Typically correlates with improved performance under pressure and better ability to adapt strategies.