PS286 Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Positive Psychology, Psychopathology, Posttraumatic Growth
Document Summary
The scientific study of people and their behaviors in sport and exercise activities and the practical application of that knowledge . An interdisciplinary scientific and applied field that embraces the integration of sport science and psychological knowledge . Branch of psychology integrates knowledge from both fields and puts it into practice. Influenced by theory and methods used in the sport sciences. To study the effect of: psychological factors on sport participation and performance, sport participation and performance on psychological development and well-being. Studies describe, predict, explain, and change affect, behavior, and cognition to: Apply knowledge to the real world" or applied setting. Sport and exercise psychologists work with many different populations in many different physical activity settings (practical application) Traditionally, psychology has focused on illness, psychopathology, and disease. Positive psychology aims to enhance human functioning and make normal life fulfilling. Processes that enable people and groups to thrive . Examines well-being, satisfaction, strengths, talents, fulfillment, pleasure and happiness.
