Chapter 1

Question 1

Define sport and exercise psychology

Answer 1

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

Question 2

Define clinical sport psychologist

Answer 2

A person who has had extensive training in psychology and who treats athletes and exercisers with severe emotional disorders like depression and suicidal tendencies

Question 3

Define educational sport psychology specialists

Answer 3

Mental coaches who educate athletes and exercisers about psychological skills and their development. Educational sport psychology specialists are not trained to work with individuals who have severe emotional disorders

Question 4

What are two areas that a clinical sport psychologist can often help sport and exercise participants?

Answer 4

Eating disorders and substance abuse disorders

Question 5

What are some areas that educational sport psychology specialists can address?

Answer 5

Anxiety management, confidence management, and improved communication

Question 6

When an educational sport psychology consultant encounters an athlete with an emotional disorder, who might they refer the athlete to?

Answer 6

Either a licensed clinical psychologist, or preferably, a clinical sport psychologist for treatment

Question 7

When did the AASP begin their certified consultant program?

Answer 7

1991

Question 8

What must a sport psychology specialist have to achieve their AASP Certified Mental Performance Consultant status?

Answer 8

Have a masters or doctoral degree in an area related to sport science or psychology; have taken coursework related to the knowledge areas of sport psychology, sport science, professional ethics, psychopathology, helping relationships, research methods and statistics, psychological foundations of behavior, diversity, and culture; have 400 hours of mentored experience; pledge to adhere to the AASP ethical standards; and achieve a passing score on a 115-question multiple choice exam

Question 9

How far back does modern sport psychology date?

Answer 9

Back to the 1880s

Question 10

True or false: references to psychology can be traced back to the ancient Olympic Games

Answer 10

True

Question 11

What is the AASP?

Answer 11

The Association for Applies Sport Psychology

Question 12

What is the purpose of the AASP?

Answer 12

The sole purpose of this organization is to promote research and practice in applied sport and exercise psychology

Question 13

What is the American Psychological Association (APA) Division 47 - Exercise and Sport Psychology?

Answer 13

One of almost 50 division sin the APA (the largest professional psychology organization in the United States). This organization emphasizes both research and practice in sport and exercise psychology.

Question 14

What is the European Federation of Sport Psychology (FEPSAC)?

Answer 14

This organization that began in 1968 promotes scientific, educational, and professional efforts in Europe.

Question 15

What is the International Society of Sport Psychology (ISSP)?

Answer 15

This organization that began in 1965 is devoted to promoting research, practice, and the development of sport and exercise psychology throughout the world.

Question 16

What is the North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity (NASPSPA)?

Answer 16

One of the oldest organizations focusing on the psychological aspects of sport and physical activity, this organization focuses on research in motor development, motor learning and control, and social psychology and physical activity

Question 17

What is the Société Canadienne d’Apprentissage Psychomoteur et de Psychologie du Sport (SCAPPS) or Canadian Society for Psychomotor Learning and Sport Psychology?

Answer 17

This organization encourages the exchange of ideas and scientific knowledge related to psychomotor learning and sport psychology and promotes the field in Canada

Question 18

What is the official journal of the ISSP?

Answer 18

International Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology

Question 19

What is the official journal of the AASP?

Answer 19

The Journal of Applied Sport Psychology

Question 20

What is the official journal of the American Psychological Association (APA) Division 47 - Exercise and Sport Psychology?

Answer 20

Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology

Question 21

Who is regarded as the father of American sport psychology?

Answer 21

Coleman Griffith

Question 22

Who was one of the first women in the United States to both practice sport psychology and conduct research?

Answer 22

Dorothy Hazeltine Yates

Question 23

True or false: The #MeToo and Black Lives Matter movements reinforced a growing interest in understanding the roles culture and gender play in sport and exercise psychology

Answer 23

True

Question 24

What did Franklin Henry do?

Answer 24

Devoted his career to the scholarly study of the psychological aspects of sport and motor skill acquisition. Most importantly, he trained other energetic physical educators who later became university professors and initiated systematic research programs.

Question 25

What are the two objectives of someone studying sport and exercise psychology?

Answer 25

To understand how psychological factors affect an individuals physical performance, and to understand how participation in sport and exercise affects a person's psychological development, health, and wellbeing

Question 26

Describe 3 roles of sport and exercise psychology specialists

Answer 26

Conduct research, teach, and consult with athletes and exercisers

Question 27

Distinguish between clinical and educational sport psychology. Why is this distinction important?

Answer 27

Clinical psychologists are trained specifically in psychology to treat those with severe emotional disorders, educational psychologists receive training and serve as mental coaches, but are not trained to assist those with severe emotional disorders

Question 28

The first period (1893-1919) of sport and exercise psychology included what?

Answer 28

It was characterized by isolated studies

Question 29

The second period (1920-1938) of sport and exercise psychology included what?

Answer 29

Sport psychology laboratories and psychological testing took place at a number of locations around the world.

Question 30

The third period (1939-1965) of sport and exercise psychology included what?

Answer 30

Preparation of the future. Was characterized by the field's scientific development attributable to the educational efforts of Franklin Henry.

Question 31

The fourth period (1966-1977) of sport and exercise psychology included what?

Answer 31

Established academic discipline. Sport and exercise psychology became a valued component of the academic discipline of physical education.

Question 32

The fifth period (1978-1999) of sport and exercise psychology included what?

Answer 32

Multidisciplinary science and practice; characterized by tremendous growth as the field became more accepted and respected by the public.

Question 33

The sixth period (2000-present) of sport and exercise psychology includes what?

Answer 33

Contemporary sport and exercise psychology; has been distinguished by continued growth worldwide, considerable diverse research, and interest in application and consulting.