Sport Psychology

In this student-friendly introduction, the authors consider the psychological effects of sport on both the individual and the group. Topics covered include motivation, performance, mental health and leadership, offering a balanced and in-depth resource for students interested in learning more about sport psychology.

DAVID TOD is Senior Lecturer of Sport and Exercise Psychology at Aberystwyth University, UK. He has also acted as a consultant for a wide variety of sports teams and athletes from club to international level. JOANNE THATCHER is Senior Lecturer of Sport and Exercise Psychology at Aberystwyth University, UK, and was previously Chair of the British Psychological Society's Division of Sport and Exercise Psychology (2008-10). RACHEL RAHMAN is Lecturer in Psychology at Aberystwyth University, UK.

PART ONE: INTRODUCTION TO SPORT AND EXERCISE PSYCHOLOGY An Introduction to Sport and Exercise Psychology PART TWO: SPORT AND THE INDIVIDUAL Personality Motivation Aggression PART THREE: SPORT PERFORMANCE Arousal Anxiety Self-confidence PART FOUR: SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY OF SPORT Group Cohesion Audience Effects Leadership and Coaching PART FIVE: EXERCISE PSYCHOLOGY Exercise and Physical Health Exercise and Mental Health PART SIX: ISSUES IN SPORT AND EXERCISE Issues in Sport and Exercise.