PS286 Lecture Notes - Lecture 5: Stress Management, Goal Setting, Life Satisfaction
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Definitions should consider role of individual and his/her perception! Positive relationship between stress and negative outcomes. Which comes first? (stress or negative states) Am i in trouble or being benefited by this event, now or in the future, and in what way? : irrelevant (stimulus no meaning, effect, benign-positive (stimulus outcome pos, stressful (stimulus viewed neg) Challenge potential for gain but must still cope. Do i have the resources/capabilities to deal with this? . Outcome expectancy (belief behavior will lead to certain outcomes) Efficacy expectation (belief re: ability to execute behavior successfully) Frequently cite feelings of frustration, depression, anger, fear, and confusion. Reaction positive or negative depending on athletes" interpretation. Appraisal is an important determininant of emotional and behavioral reactions. Process of appraisal is ongoing thorugh rehab and return to sport (cyclical, dynamic nature of appraisals) Considers influence of thoughts and feelings on reactions to injury.
