PSYC 3480 Chapter 7: Chapter 7-Group Cohesion in Sport and Exercise.docx

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Chapter 7 group cohesion in sport and exercise. Group dynamics; (major branch of social psychology) focuses on gaining knowledge about the nature of groups and their development and on understanding the interrelationships between groups and individuals, between groups, and between groups and large institutions. Assembly effect; refers to variations in group behaviour that are functions of the particular combinations of individuals in the group. Increased team communication could lead to better team performance, as it is associated with player satisfaction which is related to team performance. Cohesion most important small group variable refers to the degree to which members are motivated to stay in the group. Cohesion; attraction to the group, level of motivation evidenced by group members, and coordination of group members. Why people want to be in a group attractions to other members in the group, specific activities of the group, and the prestige of the group.

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