PYC4812 Assignment 1
(COMPLETE ANSWERS) 2024
- DUE 5 May 2024; 100%
TRUSTED workings,
explanations and
solutions.
ADMIN
[COMPANY NAME]
, A. Provide a comprehensive definition of applied sport psychology in your own
words (acknowledge the sources). Then list at least five instances where sport
psychology principles should ideally be used. This task should not exceed 200
words – include relevant citations.
Applied sport psychology involves the practical application of psychological principles and
techniques to enhance athletic performance and well-being. It integrates theories and practices
from psychology into sports contexts to help athletes optimize their mindset, emotions, and
behaviors for improved performance and overall psychological health (Weinberg & Gould,
2019). This field encompasses various areas such as goal setting, imagery, motivation,
concentration, and stress management tailored specifically to sports settings.
Instances where sport psychology principles should ideally be utilized include:
1. Pre-competition preparation: Helping athletes manage pre-game nerves and anxiety to enhance
focus and confidence.
2. Injury rehabilitation: Assisting athletes in coping with the psychological challenges of injury
recovery and maintaining motivation during rehabilitation.
3. Team cohesion: Implementing strategies to enhance team dynamics, communication, and
cohesion for improved performance and camaraderie.
4. Performance enhancement: Utilizing techniques like visualization and goal setting to optimize
performance and skill acquisition.
5. Post-competition debriefing: Facilitating reflection and learning from both successes and
setbacks to foster resilience and growth mindset (Gucciardi et al., 2017).
References:
• Weinberg, R. S., & Gould, D. (2019). Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology (7th
ed.). Human Kinetics.
• Gucciardi, D. F., Gordon, S., & Dimmock, J. A. (2017). Advancing mental toughness
research and theory using personal construct psychology. International Review of Sport
and Exercise Psychology, 10(1), 88-106.
B. Select one of the following sport psychology skills/issues: • Anxiety • Self-
talk, or • Goal setting, and find three recent () scientific articles that relate to
the skill/issue you have chosen. For each article you need to indicate a full,
APA-correct reference.
