Introduction Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
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What is sport and exercise psychology?
A
The scientific study of people and their behaviours in sport and exercise contexts
2
Q
What are the categories of sport psychology? Briefly explain what they are
A
Developmental - maturational processes Personal - self-concept and motivation Learning and training - factors influencing skill acquisition Social Psychometrics - prediction of success
3
Q
What is the difference between a study, and an experiment?
A
A study is something that is simply observed while in an experiment something is manipulated
4
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What are the “orientations” of sport psychology?
A
Psychophysiological - physiological processes in the body and the impact on the brain (and vice versa)
Social-psychological - Interaction between environment and person
Cognitive-Behavioural - How thoughts impact behaviour
