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Advances in Applied Sport Psychology Stephen Mellalieu

Advances in Applied Sport Psychology By Stephen Mellalieu

Advances in Applied Sport Psychology by Stephen Mellalieu


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Advances in Applied Sport Psychology aims to bridge the gap between research and practice in contemporary sport psychology. The book draws together reviews of cutting edge research in key areas of applied sport psychology, assesses the implications of this research for current practice, and explores future avenues of research within each thematic area.

Advances in Applied Sport Psychology Summary

Advances in Applied Sport Psychology: A Review by Stephen Mellalieu

Advances in Applied Sport Psychology aims to bridge the gap between research and practice in contemporary sport psychology. Now available in paperback, the book draws together reviews of cutting edge research in key areas of applied sport psychology, assesses the implications of this research for current practice, and explores future avenues of research within each thematic area.

This book surveys the scientific literature underpinning the most important skills and techniques employed in contemporary sport psychology, examining key topics such as:

  • imagery
  • goal setting
  • self-talk
  • stress management
  • team building
  • efficacy management
  • attention control
  • emotion regulation
  • mental toughness.

Representing the most up-to-date review of current scientific research, theory and practice in sport psychology, this book is a vital resource for all advanced students, researchers and practitioners working with athletes and sports performers.

About Stephen Mellalieu

Stephen D. Mellalieu is a Senior Lecturer in Applied Sport Psychology and Director of Postgraduate Studies in the Department of Sports Science, Swansea University, UK. Sheldon Hanton is a Professor in the Cardiff School of Sport at the University of Wales Institute, Cardiff, UK.

Table of Contents

1. Imagery Interventions in Sport 2. A Framework for the Study and Application of Self-talk Within Sport 3. The Application of Goal Setting in Sport 4. Stress Management in Applied Sport Psychology 5. Getting a Grip on Emotion Regulation in Sport: Conceptual Foundations and Practical Application 6. Attention in Sport 7. A Review of Self-Efficacy Based Interventions 8. Letting the Social and Cognitive Merge: New Concepts for an Understanding of Group Functioning in Sport 9. Mental Toughness in Sport: Conceptual and Practical Issues

Additional information

NPB9780415447638
9780415447638
0415447631
Advances in Applied Sport Psychology: A Review by Stephen Mellalieu
New
Hardback
Taylor & Francis Ltd
2008-12-10
358
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