Foundations of sport and exercise psychology / Robert S. Weinberg, PhD, Miami University, Daniel Gould, PhD, Michigan State University.

Author: Weinberg, Robert S. (Robert Stephen) author.

Edition Statement:Sixth edition.

ImprintChampaign, IL : Human Kinetics, [2015]

Descriptionxiii, 649 pages : illustrations ; 29 cm.

Note:Welcome to sport and exercise psychology -- Personality and sport -- Motivation -- Arousal, stress, and anxiety -- Competition -- Communication -- Feedback, reinforcement, and intrinsic motivation -- Group and team dynamics -- Group cohesion -- Leadership -- Communication -- Introduction to psychological skills training -- Arousal regulation -- Imagery -- Self-confidence -- Goal setting -- Concentration -- Exercise and psychological well-being -- Exercise behavior and adherence -- Athletic injuries and psychology -- Addictive and unhealthy behaviors -- Burnout and overtraining -- Children and sport psychology -- Aggression in sport -- Character development and good sporting behavior.

Bibliography Note:Includes bibliographical references and index.

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