L9: Sport and Addiction Flashcards
(22 cards)
What is a unique aspect of the athlete population in relation to mental health?
Historically, there is a low prevalence of mental health problems in athletes
Athletes are often viewed as both physically and mentally strong and serve as role models.
What is the comparable risk of mental health problems in elite athletes?
Comparable to the general population, but evidence is poor due to limited assessment tools and clarity over definitions
Studies include Reardon et al. (2019) and Rice et al. (2016).
What is a significant mental health issue noted in elite athletes?
Increased prevalence of eating disorders and substance misuse.
What are some limitations in the research on behavioral addictions in athletes?
Limited exploration of behavioral addictions and poor quality evidence around causes and consequences.
What is the prevalence of problematic gambling among university students?
6% problem gamblers.
What is the prevalence of problematic gambling among student athletes?
2-15% problem gamblers
Source: Huang et al. (2007).
What percentage of elite athletes are reported as problem gamblers?
8.2% problem gamblers
Sources include Grall-Bronnec et al. (2016) and Turk et al. (2023).
What is a significant finding regarding compulsive exercise in athletes?
Endurance athletes have a prevalence of 14.2% for exercise addiction.
What is the prevalence of gaming disorder among national level athletes?
2% problem gamers
Source: Hakansson et al. (2018; 2021).
What environmental risk factors contribute to addictive behaviors in athletes?
- Cultural and social norms
- Acceptance of practices within sports
- Role models
- Peer pressure
What does Social Identity Theory state?
Behavior is heavily influenced by the people and/or social groups we identify with.
How can teammate norms influence athletes’ behaviors?
Observing teammates engaging in unhealthy practices can increase those behaviors.
What role does performance pressure play in addictive behaviors?
Struggling to manage performance pressure can lead to addictive behaviors as coping strategies.
What are the three factors that influence emotional distress during retirement from sports?
- Extent of psychological attachment to sport
- Degree of devotion to the sport
- Level of success in sport
What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) characterized by?
Persistent maladaptive symptoms related to trauma, including hyperarousal and flashbacks.
What are some forms of abuse that athletes may experience?
- Physical abuse
- Emotional abuse
- Sexual abuse
What traits are associated with an addictive personality?
Impulsivity, neuroticism, and low conscientiousness.
What is the relationship between sport and recovery from addiction?
Sport can serve as a behavioral and cognitive replacement for addictive behaviors.
True or False: Athletes have a higher prevalence of problematic gambling compared to non-athletes.
True.
Fill in the blank: The culture around norms of being fit and healthy can lead to _______.
[exercise addiction].
What is a common issue linked with compulsive exercise among athletes?
Concurrent disordered eating.
What is a key factor in the normalization of gambling behaviors among athletes?
Social connections and peer influence.
