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What is sport, exercise, and performance psychology?

It is the scientific study of people and their behaviors in sport and exercise contexts and the practical application of that knowledge.

What are the two main objectives of sport, exercise, and performance psychologists?

To understand how psychological factors affect an individual’s physical performance and how participation in sports and exercise affects a person’s psychological development, health, and well-being.

What are the three primary roles of sport, exercise, and performance psychologists?

Research role, teaching role, and consulting role.

Difference between Clinical Sports Psychologists and Educational Sports Psychologists?

Clinical psychologists treat emotional disorders while educational psychologists focus on enhancing mental performance and do not typically offer clinical therapy.

What was the focus of the Early Years (1893-1920) of sport psychology?

Understanding human behavior in physical activity without a formal field of psychology.

Who is known as the 'Father of American Sports Psychology'?

Coleman Griffith.

What is the LTAD model?

The Long-Term Athlete Development model designed to guide the development of athletes from childhood to adulthood, maximizing performance while promoting well-being.

What are the three components of morality in sport?

Fair play, Character, and Sportsmanship.

What does the Social Learning approach suggest about character development?

Athletes learn moral behaviors through observation, modeling, and reinforcement from coaches, parents, and peers.

How can we enhance character development in sports programs?

By teaching moral behaviors and using strategies based on structural development and social learning theories.

What is aggression?

Aggression involves harm with intent, while assertiveness is about healthy competitiveness without the desire to hurt others.

What are key consequences of aggression in sport?

Physical harm, damage to reputation, strain on relationships, and negative impact on performance.

What does moral disengagement allow individuals to do?

It allows individuals to engage in aggressive or unethical behavior without feeling morally responsible.

What are some situational factors contributing to aggressive behavior?

Stress, provocation, group dynamics, perceived inequities, and audience pressure.

Describe 'What is catharsis?'

Catharsis is the release of aggression through socially acceptable means such as sports.

What is the revised frustration-aggression hypothesis?

It states that aggression is the direct result of frustration caused by goal blockage or failure.

What are some evidence-based recommendations for youth sports coaches?

Creating a positive environment, promoting teamwork, focusing on skill development, and providing constructive feedback.

Explain the dilemma, dialogue, and balance approach to character development.

This approach helps athletes recognize ethical challenges, engage in discussions about these challenges, and find balance between competing moral values.

What techniques are used for moral disengagement?

Moral justification, euphemistic labeling, displacement of responsibility, and dehumanization.