Advances in Sport Psychology - 3rd Edition

by Horn, Thelma

• ISBN13: 9780736057356
• ISBN10: 0736057358
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2008-03-24
• Publisher: Human Kinetics

Summary

The updated third edition of Advances in Sport Psychologyoffers a view of the latest research in the field of sport psychology. The text is written by 34 of the field's most prolific researchers and scholars, including Maureen Weiss, Shane Murphy, and Albert Carron. These contributors extend the boundaries that have defined the field and provide a clear direction for future research.This third edition has been completely revised to reflect the advances that have occurred in the field within the past several years. The text provides readers with a complete picture of current research and emerging topics in sport psychology while challenging researchers to examine the factors that keep this discipline growing. Advances in Sport Psychology, Third Edition, provides a fresh look at sport psychology with these features:-Four new chapters on qualitative research methods, achievement goal theories, self-confidence, and family and peer influences-Significant revisions of the second-edition chapters, along with more concise overviews of individual topics-An analysis and synthesis of the state of knowledge for each topic and a discussion of future research directions The text focuses on the most important and active areas of current research, which recognize the merging of individual and socioenvironmental factors in making sense of sport performance and behavior. Each chapter includes a definition of terms, an explanation of the chapter's scope, and an outline of the sections. The author then provides a review of the available research and theory on the chapter's main topic, analyzes the state of knowledge in the area, and devotes significant space to future research directions.The book is divided into four parts. Part Ioffers a comprehensive introduction to the field, including definitions, history, and research paradigms and methodologies. Part IIexplores individual characteristics that affect sport participants'behavior, including self-perceptions, attributional patterns and perceptions of control, motivational orientations, and achievement goal perspectives. Part IIIexplores socioenvironmental factors that affect sport participants'behaviors. Part IVdelves into the research and theory concerning intervention techniques used for enhancing performance and modifying athletes'behaviors, including imagery and mental rehearsal, attentional processes, goal setting, and flow and peak performance.Advances in Sport Psychology, Third Edition, offers a new and thorough understanding of where sport psychology has been, where it is now, and where it is headed. This text will help students prepare and conduct their own research, and it will be a great reference for professionals who want to stay on the cutting-edge of the field.

Table of Contents

Introduction to Sport Psychology

The Nature of Sport Psychology

Perspectives on Sport Psychology

Roles of Sport Psychologists

Historical Evolution of Sport Psychology

Current Issues

Future Research Directions

Quantitative Research Methodology

The Common Goals of Scientists and Practitioners

The Scientific Method for Inferring Causality

Research Trends

Conclusion

Qualitative Research Methodology

Defining Qualitative Research

Research Traditions in Sport Psychology

Qualitative Research in Sport Psychology

Future Research Directions

Individual Difference and Sport Behavior

Self-Perceptual Systems and Physical Activity

The Self-System

The Self in Physical Activity

Conclusion and Future Research Directions

Self-Confidence in Sport

Definitions and Conceptual Approaches

Measuring Self-Confidence in Sport

Research Advances

Conclusion and Future Research Directions

Attributions and Perceived Control

Definitions and Conceptual Approaches

Measuring Attributions

Research Advances

Further Perspectives on Control

Future Research Directions

Conclusion

Motivational Orientations and Sport Behavior

Participation Motivation and Attrition

Competence Motivation Theory

Self-Determination Theory

Expectancy-Value Theory

Sport Commitment Model

Conclusion

Achievement Goal Theories in Sport

Nicholls' Approach to Achievement Goals

Dweck's Model of Achievement Motivation

Approach-Avoidance Achievement Goals

Situational Factors in Achievement Goal Research

Future Research Directions

Conclusion

Moral Development in Sport and Physical Activity

Historical Perspectives

Theoretical Perspectives

Research Advances

Moral Development Interventions

Future Research Directions

Conclusion

Socioenvironmental Factors and Sport Behavior

Group Dynamics in Sport and Exercise

A Group Defined

Group Dynamics in Sport Teams

Theoretical Approaches in Group Dynamics

Group Size

Collective Efficacy

Nature of Group Cohesion

Correlates of Cohesiveness

Remedying Research Pitfalls

Research Advances

Future Research Directions

Coaching Effectiveness in the Sport Domain

Conceptual Approaches

Working Model of Coaching Effectiveness

Coaches' Behavior

Direct Antecedents of Coaches' Behavior

Antecedents of Coaches' Expectancies, Values, Beliefs, and Goals

Direct Effects of Coaches' Behavior on Athletes' Performance and Behavior

Athletes' Perceptions or Interpretations of Their Coaches' Behavior

Link Between Coaches' Behavior and Athletes' Self-Perceptions and Level of Motivation

Future Research Directions

Conclusion

Social Influence in Sport

Conceptualizing Social Influence

Developmental Considerations in Relation to Social Influence

Parental Influences on Children's Sport Participation

Peer Influence in Sport and Physical Activity

Sibling Social Influence

Conclusion

Psychological Skills, Intervention Techniques, and Sport Behavior

Imagery in Sport, Exercise, and Dance

The Neuroscience of Imagery

Applied Models of Imagery in Sport Psychology

A Neurocognitive Model of Imagery in Sport, Exercise, and Dance

Research Advances

Future Research Directions

Conclusion

Attentional Processes and Sport Performance

Theoretical and Empirical Perspectives of Attention

Information-Processing Perspective

Social Psychological Perspectives

Psychophysiological Perspectives

Synthesis of Theoretical Perspectives

Applied Perspectives on Attentional Control

Conclusion

Fundamental Goal Concepts for Process and Performance Success

Defining Goals

How Goals Work

State and Trait Conceptions of Goals

Goal Effectiveness

Updated Competitive Goal-Setting Model

Competitive Goal Setting Model Overview

Choosing the Right Type of Goal

Measurement Issues in Goal Setting

Future Research Directions

Conclusion

The Flow Perspective of Optimal Experience in Sport and Physical Activity

Optimal Experience in Sport

Definition and Dimensions of Flow

Research Advances

Measurement Challenges

Scientific Paradigms

Future Research Directions

Conclusion

Athletic Injury and Sport Behavior

Definitions and Measurement Challenges

Injury Antecedents

A Stress-Based Model of Athletic Injury

Injury Responses

Future Research Directions

Conclusion

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