APA 2140 Lecture Notes - Lecture 8: Autogenic Training, Biofeedback, Siq

• School: University of Ottawa
• Department: Human Kinetics
• Course: APA 2140
• Professor: Jennifer Brunet

Document Summary

Lecture 8: sport psychology interventions and psychological skill training (pst) Psychological skills training: systematic and consistent practice of mental or psychological skills for the purpose of enhancing performance and/or increasing enjoyment/satisfaction. Individualized/person-centered: requires training over time, educational phase: athletes recognize importance of mental skills and performance impact, acquisition phase: athletes acquire various psychological skills and learn to employ them, practice phase: implement skills in practice and competition. Characteristics of effective consultants: accessible, establishes rapport, trust and respect, good listener, flexible, open and creative in approach, knowledgeable, likeable, had something concrete to offer, meets individual"s needs. Ethical issues in pst: recall ethics principles from chapter 1. Integrity: competence, professional and scientific responsibility, respect for people"s rights and dignity, concern for welfare of others, social responsibility. Why are mental skills important: strong mental skills can lead to improved, focus, motivation, preparation skills, emotional control, performance. Mental training is like physical training: patience, practice, persistence, mental skills training is a process.