KINE 316 Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Biofeedback, Psychophysiology, Sports Medicine

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24 Sep 2016
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Research: inquiry aimed at advancing: clinical sport psychologists, understand the effects of psych factors on. Sport & exercise psychology in sport and exercise activities and the practical application of that knowledge. Two objectives of sport psych physical and motor performance: understand the effects of participation in physical activity on psych development, health, and well being. Roles of sport and exercise psychologist knowledge and sharing it through professional meetings and journal articles. Teaching university courses in either psych or exercise and sport science. Consulting: working with athletes of all ages and abilities in the fitness industry and in sports medicine and physical therapy. Sport psychology specialties: educational sport psychology specialists. Trained to work with people with severe emotional disorders. Trained to help athletes with problems such as eating disorders and substance abuse. Educational sport psychology specialists - mental coach approach- understand psychology of human movement. Educate and increase athletes" and coaches" awareness of issues such as anxiety management and confidence development.