Social Psychology in Sport

Name: Social Psychology in Sport
Brand: HUMAN KINETICS
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By: Louise Davis (Editor), Richard Keegan (Editor), Sophia Jowett (Editor), Gordon Bloom (Foreword by)

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Paperback | 1 May 2024 | Edition Number 2

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480 Pages

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Social Psychology in Sport, Second Edition, offers global perspectives and a broad base of knowledge in areas that shape the social environment of sport. The text guides readers through the interactions, relationships, influences, and perceptions that affect sport performance and the lived experience of sport participation. Athlete relationships with coaches, parents, and peers are examined in depth.

Editors Louise Davis, Richard Keegan, and Sophia Jowett offer their expert knowledge and diverse perspectives regarding social relationships in competitive sport at every level. Through the contributions of an international group of established scholars, Social Psychology in Sport, Second Edition, explains how the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors of sport performers are influenced by the presence of others.

The second edition offers a broad range of topics, with theoretical, empirical, and applied perspectives of social psychology. Trending topics such as the maltreatment of athletes, parental involvement, and safe sport cultures are addressed. The text also covers established areas of interest such as group dynamics and coach-athlete relationships. Each chapter follows a progression, starting with theory and then moving to current research, future research directions, and suggested practical applications. This chapter structure helps readers to build a foundation of understanding before moving on to application benefits. Chapter objectives and discussion questions are provided to aid in knowledge retention.

Social Psychology in Sport, Second Edition, explores the growing field of social psychology in sport settings, offering a broad base of knowledge alongside practical application and areas for further research. This text is a comprehensive resource for students and researchers interested in the psychosocial aspects of sport.

Industry Reviews

"I highly recommend this book to any professionals working with athletes. In addition, it is a great resource for mental health professionals working with athletes who may be struggling with social psychological issues." (c) Doody's Review Service, 2024, Timothy Lawrence Neal, MSW, MS, BSED, Concordia University Ann Arbor (Four Star Review)

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