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Which of the following is NOT considered part of the social environment that influences physical activity?
Which of the following is NOT considered part of the social environment that influences physical activity?
What is a factor that can negatively influence physical activity in the natural environment?
What is a factor that can negatively influence physical activity in the natural environment?
Which strategy for promoting physical activity places an emphasis on community engagement?
Which strategy for promoting physical activity places an emphasis on community engagement?
Which element is part of the built environment that can facilitate physical activity?
Which element is part of the built environment that can facilitate physical activity?
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What is a key role of parents in influencing children's physical activity levels?
What is a key role of parents in influencing children's physical activity levels?
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Which area of study focuses on the influence of social relationships in sports?
Which area of study focuses on the influence of social relationships in sports?
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What is the primary goal of positive psychology in sport and exercise?
What is the primary goal of positive psychology in sport and exercise?
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Which approach of positive psychology focuses on enhancing self-regulation strategies?
Which approach of positive psychology focuses on enhancing self-regulation strategies?
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What role involves helping individuals or teams enhance performance in sport and exercise psychology?
What role involves helping individuals or teams enhance performance in sport and exercise psychology?
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What does the sport scientist's role primarily focus on?
What does the sport scientist's role primarily focus on?
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Which of the following areas would NOT typically be a focus of sport and exercise psychology research?
Which of the following areas would NOT typically be a focus of sport and exercise psychology research?
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Which approach in positive psychology emphasizes the importance of joy and satisfaction?
Which approach in positive psychology emphasizes the importance of joy and satisfaction?
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Which training orientation is NOT commonly found in becoming a sport and exercise psychologist specialist?
Which training orientation is NOT commonly found in becoming a sport and exercise psychologist specialist?
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What is the first phase in the process of Psychological Skills Training (PST)?
What is the first phase in the process of Psychological Skills Training (PST)?
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Which type of psychological skill involves monitoring and adjusting one's own emotional state?
Which type of psychological skill involves monitoring and adjusting one's own emotional state?
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What is NOT a characteristic of effective consultants in Psychological Skills Training?
What is NOT a characteristic of effective consultants in Psychological Skills Training?
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Which of the following is a common problem when implementing a PST program?
Which of the following is a common problem when implementing a PST program?
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What psychological skill involves using mental images to enhance performance?
What psychological skill involves using mental images to enhance performance?
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Why is mental skills training akin to physical training?
Why is mental skills training akin to physical training?
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What is a typical misconception about aggression in sports?
What is a typical misconception about aggression in sports?
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What is one key reason strong mental skills are important for athletes?
What is one key reason strong mental skills are important for athletes?
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Which trait is associated with a level of assertiveness and an energetic approach to the world?
Which trait is associated with a level of assertiveness and an energetic approach to the world?
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What does the Five-Factor Model by Digman (1990) relate to leadership?
What does the Five-Factor Model by Digman (1990) relate to leadership?
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How might situational characteristics impact leadership in sports?
How might situational characteristics impact leadership in sports?
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Which personality trait is indicated by feelings of tension and nervousness?
Which personality trait is indicated by feelings of tension and nervousness?
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What does the multidimensional model of leadership focus on in sports?
What does the multidimensional model of leadership focus on in sports?
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What does moral development primarily relate to according to the structural-development perspective?
What does moral development primarily relate to according to the structural-development perspective?
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Which factor is most likely to be influenced by a coach in a sport environment?
Which factor is most likely to be influenced by a coach in a sport environment?
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What distinguishes hostile aggression from instrumental aggression?
What distinguishes hostile aggression from instrumental aggression?
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In the context of aggressive behavior, what does the term 'goal orientation' refer to?
In the context of aggressive behavior, what does the term 'goal orientation' refer to?
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Which type of behavior is characterized as legitimate and vigorous but without intent to injure an opponent?
Which type of behavior is characterized as legitimate and vigorous but without intent to injure an opponent?
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What is a key difference between violence and aggression in sports?
What is a key difference between violence and aggression in sports?
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What is implied by the social learning perspective on moral behavior?
What is implied by the social learning perspective on moral behavior?
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Which of the following factors can directly influence aggressive behavior in athletes?
Which of the following factors can directly influence aggressive behavior in athletes?
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Study Notes
Sport and Exercise Psychology
- Focuses on the influence of psychological factors on sports performance and physical activity
- Example areas of study include mental health, stress, motivation, body image, and social support
- Examines the psychological factors affecting athletes and exercisers
Positive Psychology in Sport and Exercise Psychology
- Focuses on understanding factors that enable people and groups to thrive
- Explores well-being, satisfaction, fulfillment, pleasure, and happiness
- Utilizes a positive approach to enhance performance and strengthen psychological resilience
- Includes intervention approaches targeting emotional, cognitive, and behavioral factors
Careers in Sport and Exercise Psychology
- Includes research, teaching, and consulting roles
- Teaching involves working in universities and colleges, delivering courses, and providing educational services to communities
- Research focuses on advancing knowledge through designing, conducting, and evaluating research
- Consulting assists individuals, teams, and organizations in improving performance and enhancing well-being
Psychological Skills Training (PST)
- Systematic practice of mental skills for performance enhancement and satisfaction
- Integrates psychological skills and methods
- Requires consistent practice over time
- Individualized approach
- Involves education, acquisition, and practice phases
- Common problems include lack of conviction, time, and sport knowledge
- Effective consultants are accessible, establish rapport, are good listeners, flexible, knowledgeable, and likeable
Why are Mental Skills Important?
- Can lead to improved focus, motivation, preparation skills, emotional control, and overall performance
Types of Psychological Skills
- Goal setting
- Imagery
- Self-talk
- Arousal regulation
- Attention control
Aggression and Moral Behaviour in Sport
- Moral behaviour is influenced by factors such as the sport environment, motivation, team norms, and goal orientation.
- Two perspectives on moral behaviour are the structural-development perspective and the social learning perspective
- Aggression is defined as any overt verbal or physical act intended to harm another
- Violent behaviours are extreme acts of physical aggression.
- Assertive behaviour involves forceful, vigorous actions without the intent to harm
Theories of Aggression
- Instrumental aggression is aggressive behavior serving a specific goal, such as winning.
- Hostile aggression is aggression intended to harm the victim.
Factors that Influence Aggression
- Personal factors, situational factors, and group factors can all influence aggression.
- Aggressive behavior can have negative consequences for athletes and spectators.
Leadership in Sports and Exercise
- Leadership emergence and effectiveness are influenced by personality traits and situational characteristics.
- The Multidimensional Model of Leadership examines leadership behaviors in sports and their effects on athlete satisfaction and team performance.
- Situational characteristics include the goals of the group.
Social Influence on Physical Activity and Sport Behaviour
- Interpersonal/organizational, social environment, physical environment, and policy all influence physical activity participation.
- The interpersonal/organizational element includes relationships, culture, and society.
- The social environment involves strategies like community education, support groups, and peer programs.
- The physical environment includes natural factors and the built environment.
- Policy refers to legislation and regulations that affect physical activity.
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This quiz covers the essential concepts of sport and exercise psychology, including the influence of psychological factors on performance, well-being, and resilience. Explore the impact of mental health, motivation, and social support in both athletes and recreational exercisers, along with potential career paths in this growing field.
