Applied Sport Psychology

1. Sport Psychology: Past, Present, Future,Jean M. Williams; William F. StraubPart 1: Learning, Motivation, and Social Interaction2. Motor Skill Learning for Effective Coaching and Performance, Cheryl A. Coker; Mark G. Fischman3. A Positive Approach to Coaching Effectiveness and Performance Enhancement, Ronald E. Smith4. Motivational Processes and the Facilitation of Quality Engagement in Sport, Joan L. Duda; Darren C. Treasure 5. The Self-Fulfilling Prophecy Theory: When Coaches' Expectations Become Reality, Thelma Sternberg Horn; Curt L. Lox; Francisco Labrador6. Leadership Effectiveness and Decision Making in Coaches, Mimi C. Murray; Betty L. Mann;Jennifer K. Mead 7. The Sport Team as an Effective Group, Mark A. Eys; Shauna M. Burke; Albert V. Carron; Paul W. Dennis8. Communicating Effectively, David P. YukelsonPart 2: Mental Training for Performance Enhancement9. Psychological Characteristics of Peak Performance, Vikki Krane; Jean M. Williams10. Increasing Awareness for Sport Performance,Kenneth Ravizza11. Goal Setting for Peak Performance, Daniel Gould12. Arousal-Performance Relationships, Daniel M. Landers; Shawn M. Arent13. Relaxation and Energizing Techniques for Regulation of Arousal, Jean M. Williams 14. Seeing Is Believing: Understanding and Using Imagery in Sport, Robin S. Vealey; Christy A. Greenleaf15. Cognitive Techniques for Building Confidence and Enhancing Performance, Jean M. Williams; Nate Zinsser; Linda Bunker 16. Concentration and Strategies for Controlling It, Jean M. Williams; Robert M. Nideffer; Vietta E. Wilson; Marc-Simon Sagal; Erik PepperPart 3: Implementing Training Programs17. Integrating and Implementing a Psychological Skills Training Program, Robert S. Weinberg; Jean M. Williams18. Conducting Psychologically Oriented Coach-Training Programs: A Social-Cognitive Approach, Frank L. Smoll; Ronald E. Smith19. Gender and Cultural Considerations,Diane L. Gill; Cindra S. KamphoffPart 4: Enhancing Health and Well-Being20. When to Refer