EXSS3049 Lecture Notes - Lecture 7: Maladaptation, Internal Control, Pessimism

• School: University of Sydney
• Department: Exercise and Sport Science
• Course: EXSS3049
• Professor: Stephen Cobley

Document Summary

Stress appraisal process (folkman & lazarus 1985; 1991): Will this threaten me? harm/cause loss or provide a challenge/benefit. Match these to my expectations, resources available & ability to control the stressor(s) What can i control; what can"t i control: stress appraisal process: how you respond to stress, cognitive appraisal: how you immediately appraise/interpret the situation (how you decide to response) will dictate the response. If you cant, the stress response kicks in. I have an opportunity to do . I have a unique opportunity to attain . I have a chance to show what i can do . People are no longer going to like/support me If i make a mistake i could lose . I can"t mess this up for my coach, teammates, country . This could be the end of my career & who i am . I"m no longer going to be wanted if I may not see my family again.