PSYCH 124S Lecture Notes - Lecture 15: Psych
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Successful experiences raise the level of self-efficacy, while failure results in lowered efficacy. Vicarious experiences (modeling): seeing others or modeling influences efficacy. Verbal persuasion from oneself and others (coaches, teachers, peers) can enhance feelings of self-efficacy. Using imagery, individuals can generate beliefs about personal efficacy or lack of efficacy by imagining themselves or others behaving effectively or ineffectively in future situations. Reciprocal relationship between efficacy and behavior change. Self-efficacy is a determinant of performance and exercise behavior. Performance and exercise behavior determine one"s self-efficacy. Demonstration of ability: showing ability by winning and outperforming opponents. Physical and mental preparation: staying focused on goals and being prepared to give maximum effort. Physical self-presentation: feeling good about one"s body and weight. Social support: getting encouragement from teammates, coaches, and family. Coaches" leadership: trusting coaches" decisions and believing in their abilities. Vicarious experience: seeing other athletes perform successfully. Environmental comfort: feeling comfortable in the environment where one will.
