ESS 131 Study Guide - Quiz Guide: Social Comparison Theory, Moral Development, Differential Association
15 Nov 2017
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Some of the most important implications of sport psychology are in children"s sport. Important consequences on their self-esteem and social development. For every 10 children who begin a sport season, 3-4 discontinue before the start of the next season. Children who discontinue= low perceived competence, tend to focus on outcome goals, exhibit less self-determined forms of motivation and experience considerable stress. Children who low perceptions of their abilities to learn and perform sport skills do not participate. Withdrawing from one program and entering other sports. Distinction helps discover ways to enhance children"s self-perceived ability. Can play with friends and make new friends. Companionship, pleasant play association, intimacy, loyalty, emotional support, conflict resolution. Time should be provided for children to be with their friends and for making new friends, coaches should encourage positive peer reinforcement, importance of teamwork and pursuit of group goals should be emphasized.
