Sport Psychology: Concepts and Applications

by F . C . Bakker (Author), H.T.A.Whiting (Author), H.vanderBrug (Author)

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  1993

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  What are the questions and concerns that the sports psychologist must address? What answers can psychology supply, and what is the foundation for current knowledge and practice in sports psychology? This critical and evaluative review of sport psychology focuses on key areas like motivation, personality, learning and aggression. The authors begin by identifying the major concerns of sport coaches and participants, and then examine the relevance of psychological concepts and research to these concerns. The book concludes with a powerful analysis of the problems and practice of sport psychology and its contribution to sport and well-being