Kinesiology 3474A/B Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Psychological Intervention, Clinical Psychology, Goal Setting

• School: Western University
• Department: Kinesiology
• Course: Kinesiology 3474A/B
• Professor: Craig Hall

Document Summary

Comments are often made on the on the mental aspects of sport. This is because it has more research than in exercise and rehab situations. As well, the comments acknowledge that there also needs to be psychological preparation to be successful. The mind may influence sport, exercise, performing arts and every day work throughout our life. Perspective is played into our perceptions and decisions. A proper mindset allows us to be successful and enjoy a situation: the mental side of sport means psychological skills, these skills are defined as psychological qualities, once acquired and developed they help acquire a desired outcome. Some are inherently better, but all can improve with practice. In child development physical, technical and psychological skills are learned. These are important to be able to achieve our goals. Psychological skills are like physical or technical skills, work improves performance.