Key Concepts in Sport Psychology

<p>"An excellent text to offer more depth on theories and concepts within Sports Psychology and provide learners with a greater understanding of current psychological theories. The text helps in enforcing knowledge gained and also provides a plethora of references for further reading around any of the chapters covered within the text."<strong><br/></strong><em><strong>- John Harrison, Tyne Metropolitan College</strong></em></p><p>"This book provides a good introduction to sports psychology, and enables students to obtain a basic understanding of the key concepts. I will recommend this book to my level 4 students."<strong><br/><em>- Marie Robbins, Grimsby Institute of Further and Higher Education</em></strong><br/><br/>"Provided an excellent synthesis of key topics in sport psychology. The content draws upon leaders in the field both from a research and applied sport psychology perspective."<strong><br/><em>- Andrew Balsdon, Canterbury Christ Church University</em></strong></p>This book provides a focused, accurate guide for students working within the dynamic field of sport psychology.<p>The concise and authoritative entries have been selected by experienced teachers and researchers; each one defines, explains and develops a key topic in sport psychology acting as a springboard for further reading and debate. This is a stimulating and practical resource for students defined by the clarity of writing and relevant examples. Each concept gives the student:</p><ul> <li>clear definitions</li> <li>up-to-date suggestions for further reading</li> <li>careful cross-referencing.</li></ul><p> Easy to use and intelligently judged this book offers the modern student the basic materials, tools and guidance for planning essays and passing exams.</p>