Sport and Exercise Psychology The scientific study of people and their behaviors in sport and exercise activities and the practical applications of that knowledge.

Two Objectives of Sport and Exercise Psychology 2.Understand the effects of participating in physical activity on psychological development, health, and well-being. 1.Understand the effects of psychological factors on physical and motor performance.

Roles of the Sport and Exercise Psychologist Research Consulting Teaching

Clinical sport psychologists Educational sport psychology specialists Sport Psychology Specialties

Clinical Sport Psychologists Licensed psychologists Trained to work with individuals with severe emotional disorders Trained to help athletes with issues like eating disorders and substance abuse

Educational Sport Psychology Specialists Use mental coach approach — understand psychology of human movement. Have training in physical education, kinesiology, or exercise and sport science. Educate and increase athlete and coach awareness of issues such as anxiety management and confidence development.

Relationship of Sport Science and Psychology of Knowledge to Sport and Exercise Psychology

Comparing Strengths and Limitations of Scientific and Professional Practice Knowledge StrengthsLimitations Holistic Less reliable Professional Practice Knowledge Immediate Innovative Greater susceptibility to bias Lack of explanations

Psychophysiological Orientation Examines underlying psychophysiological processes of the brain in terms of primary causes of behavior. Example: Biofeedback to train marksmen

Social–Psychological Orientation Behavior is determined by a complex interaction of the social environment and the personal make-up of the athlete or exerciser. Example: How a leader’s style and strategies foster group cohesion

Cognitive–Behavioral Orientation Behavior is determined by both the environment and thoughts (cognitions). Example: Studying differences on confidence, anxiety, etc. among tennis players with or without burnout