Sport psychology /

Sanderson, Catherine A.,

Sport psychology / Catherine A. Sanderson. - xvi, 432 pages : illustrations, photographs ; 26 cm

Includes bibliographical references and index.

1. Introduction and research methods -- 2. Personality -- 3. Attribution and cognition -- 4. Motivation -- 5. Goal setting -- 6. Arousal and anxiety -- 7. Psychological skills training -- 8. Aggression -- 9. Stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination -- 10. Team cohesion -- 11. Leadership -- 12. Common issues: injury and burnout -- 13. Unhealthy behaviors: drug abuse and disordered eating -- Glossary -- Photo credits -- Index.

"Featuring an engaging narrative and a streamlined format, Sport Psychology provides a comprehensive review of key theories and current research in the field."--Back cover.

0199917442 9780199917440


Sports--Psychological aspects

GV706.4 / .S26 2016

796.01

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