which APA division is devoted to exercise and sport psychology?

47

what is defined as the scientific study of the psychological factors that are associated with participation in sport, exercise, and other types of physical activity?

exercise and sport psychology

is exercise and sport psychology only. applied to athletes?

no

what are the 2 broad themes that characterize exercise and sport psychology?

1. the use of psychological principles to help athletes achieve optimal mental health and improve performance (performance enhancement)
2. understanding how participation in sport exercise, and physical activity affects an individuals psychological develo

which association divides the subfield of exercise and sport psychology into 3 interrelated areas?

AASP (Association for Applied Sport Psychology)

what are the 2 interrelated areas of exercise and sport psychology?

1. social psychology area
2. performance enhancement/intervention area
3. health and exercise psychology area

which of the 3 interrelated areas in exercise and sport psychology focuses on individual and group processes in sport and exercise settings?

social psychology area

the social psychology area applies social psychological principles in examining factors related to the: (4)

1. participant
2. coach
3. team
4. spectator

which of the 3 interrelated areas in exercise and sport psychology focuses on research, theory and practice intended to improve performance in exercise and sport?

performance enhancement/intervention area

which of the 3 interrelated areas in exercise and sport psychology is concerned with the effects of sport psychology interventions on the well being of participants in exercise and sport?

performance enhancement/intervention area

which of the 3 interrelated areas in exercise and sport psychology targets professional, amateur, and leisure activities?

health and exercise psychology area

which of the 3 interrelated areas in exercise and sport psychology focuses on the application of psychological principles to the promotion and maintenance of health-enhancing behaviors over the lifespan?

health and exercise psychology area

which of the 3 interrelated areas in exercise and sport psychology focuses on behaviors that include play, leisure physical activity, and structured exercise, and the psychological and emotional consequences of those behaviors?

health and exercise psychology area

researchers in which of the 3 interrelated areas in exercise and sport psychology investigate the role of exercise in disease remediation, injury rehabilitation, and stress reduction?

health and exercise psychology. area

research must be ____ before it is published in journals

peer-reviewed

what are the 3 areas of work for exercise and sport psychologists?

1. research
2. practice
3. teaching/training

exercise and sport psychologists focused on research and those employed in an academic environment will be involved in teaching, research, and service*

...

exercise and sport psychologists employed in academic settings and focused on research. will often consult with their university's ___ and ____. programs

athletic; exercise

in what year did APA recognize sport psychology as a proficiency area?

2003

many exercise and sport psychologists hold what kind of positions at colleges and universities?

academic positions

while holding academic positions, exercise and sport psychologists often provide ____

psychoeducation

psychoeducation is geared towards impacting the psychological funcitioning of the target audeince*

...

what is psychoeducation geared towards?

educating a group of people on how to incorporate exercise into their daily lives

what are 3 different employment settings for exercise and sport psychologists?

1. academic positions at colleges/universities
2. private clinical practices
3. consulting practice

what are the 2 most common employment settings for exercise and sport psychologists?

1. academic positions at colleges/universities
2. private clinical practices

what is the most common department/setting for exercise and sport psychologists in academe?

kinesiology

wrt exercise and sport psychology, opportunities will be more limited in which department in academe compared to the kinesiology departments?

psychology

can a kinesiology trained/research-oriented professional provide services to the public outside of academe?

no

can a doctoral level licensed psychologists in exercise and sport psychology provide services to the public outside of academe?

yes

kinesiology trained/research-oriented exercise and sport psychologists are almost always. employed in what type of setting?

research

for settings in private clinical/consulting practices, only a portion of the work is in exercise and sport psychology*

...

positions working in a sport rehabilitation facility or for the US Olympic Committee are ___

rare

what does the AASP stand for?

Association for Applied Sport Psychology

within exercise and sport psychology, salaries will vary depending on what 3 factors?

1. work setting
2. experience
3. reputation

what is the entry level degree for research and applied positions?

doctoral degree

exercise and sport psychology is an _____ field

interdisciplinary

exercise and sport psychology is an interdisciplinary field that requires significant depth and breadth of knowledge*

...

training in exercise and sport psychology can take place in various academic departments. list 4

1. sports science
2. health science
3. kinesiology
4. psychology

what do Van Raalte and Williams (2005) recommend?

seeking additional training and courses in areas outside of your home department

competition in the exercise and sport psychology field may favor which level of individuals over which?

doctoral over master's

what are the 2 training paths for exercise and sport psychologists?

1. the kinesiology path
2. the psychology path

what is the study of movement?

kinesiology

which path allows you. to practice more broadly. due to the possibility. of licensure?

psychology. path

which path opens up additional research opportunities (e.g., physiological and rehabilitation issues)?

kinesiology. path

which path will provide more employment opportunities, as it is not limited to academic/research settings or only working with athletes?

psychology path

which path will NOT enable you to become a licensed psychologist?

kinesiology path

certification through with association is the standard in the field of exercise and sport psychology?

AASP

can master's level applicants pursue AASP certification?

yes

why do those with doctoral degree in kinesiology take significantly longer to get certified?

lack of background in their degree programs

is licensure required for researchers, educators, and policy specialists in sport psychology?

not typically

are those who practice (i.e., provide treatment, assessment, and diagnosis) required to be licensed?

yes

is is important to seek an APA accredited doctoral program in clinical, counseling, or school psychology. that provides a track in, or conducts significant research in exercise and sport psychology*

...

what 2 things are important to attain for those who wish to practice exercise and sport psychology?

licensure and AASP certification

programs that have an exercise and sport psychology emphasis tent to be in clinical or counseling psychology programs where admissions is highly competitive*

...

if pursuing exercise and sport psychology, what should you consider minoring or double majoring in ?

kinesiology

Galli (2003) advises students to do what when preparing for grad training? (4)

1. double major in psychology and exercise science
2. get research experience
3. work in a sports environment
4. make connections with exercise and sport psychology professionals