Mental Skills Training
Commonly referred to as "getting in the zone"?
yes. true
Imagery has no value in enhancing performance, there is no scientific research to back it up.
fasle.
It is only important to set long- term goals. Short term goals mean absolutely nothing and are a waste of time.
False
Mentally tough athletes have a high sense of self-belief and an unshakeable faith that they can control their own destiny.
True
Sport psychologist ONLY work with athletes, no other populations are considered....
Is this statement true?
No. They work with a variety of populations
There are three purposes for mental skills training. What are they?
enhancing performance
increasing enjoyment
achieving greater self-satisfaction
What senses are involved in imagery?
kinesthetic
visual
auditory
tactile
olfactory
What does the acronym SMART stand for when discussing goal setting?
•Specific
•Measureable
•Action-oriented
•Realistic
•Timely
According to Lauren Johnson, Mental Conditioning Coach for NY Yankees, big results come from doing the little things right and progress comes from actions rather than feelings.
True.
There are three roles a sport psychologist can take. What are 2 of the 3?
Research, teaching or consulting
What are different techniques, skills, interventions used in mental skills training programs?
imagery, visualization, concentration, goal setting, arousal regulation, etc
Give 3 reasons of why imagery is used?
●Improve concentration
●Enhance motivation
●Build confidence
●Control emotional responses
●Acquire, practice and correct sport skills
●Acquire and practice strategy
●Prepare for competition
●Cope with pain and adversity
●Solve problems
Value setting is important for what 3 tenets?
Taps into identity
gives opportunity to experience success day to day basis or even in the moment
you make a choice in the moment that acts upon your value
Control is handling many things at once and remaining influential rather than controlled.
Commitment is being deeply involved with pursuing goals despite difficulties.
Challenge is perceiving potential threats as opportunities for personal growth and thriving in constantly changing environments.
Confidence is maintaining self-belief in spite of setbacks.
Who is Coleman Griffith?
Founding Father of Sport Psychology
Part of mental skills training development requires assessing the athlete's mental skills. What else is important to consider with evaluating the athlete or what are specific strategies for gathering this information?
•Assess strengths and weaknesses (either objectively or subjectively).
•Use psychological assessment techniques (performance profiling, oral interviews, psychological inventories).
•Consider the unique demands of the sport.
•Observe athletes competing and practicing.
•Obtain the perspectives of other parties involved (e.g., coaches, athlete trainers).
List the 5 characteristics of the imagery process.
modality
perspective
angle
agency
deliberation
What are the three steps that make up the Bull's Eye Values Survey?
3 Steps:
Part 1: Identify Team or Individual Values
Part 2: Identify Team or Individual Obstacles
Part 3: Create a Team or Individual Valued Action Plan
Mental toughness is defined as an athlete’s ability to _______, ___________, cope with pressure, and persist in the face of ________. It is a form of mental resilience.
focus, rebound from failure, cope with pressure, and persist in the face of adversity
Mental toughness is defined as an athlete’s ability to focus, rebound from failure, cope with pressure, and persist in the face of adversity. It is a form of mental resilience.
What are the differences between Clinical Sport Psychologist and Educational Sport Specialists?
CLINICAL
Licensed by state boards to detect and treat individuals with emotions disorders such as depression, suicidal tendencies, eating disorders and substance abuse)
In addition to clinical training, professionals have training in sport and exercise psychology and sport sciences.
Credentials: LPC AND CMPC
EDUCATIONAL SPORT PSYCHOLOGY SPECIALIST
Also referred as a “mental coach” with primary focus on educating athletes and exercisers about psychological skills and their development in a group or individual setting
Training in sport and exercise science, physical education and kinesiology for helping to understand psychology of human movement
Credentials: CMPC
You are asked to design a mental skills training program for an athlete (you can pick the sport if it is helpful). Walk me through what you would do. From beginning to end.
Assess mental state
interviews
develop a plan with the athlete
educate about the purpose and benefits
practice
evaluate
adjust
What are the factors that influence or affect the effectiveness of imagery?
Nature of the Task: Imagery with cognitive component is more effective such as how to overcome barriers or making right decision off of fast break
Skill Level of the Performer: Novice verses more experienced athlete ?
Imaging Ability (MIQ-R):Does the athlete have the ability to imagine?
Using Imagery ALONG with Physical Practice: Not solely one or the other unless an individual athlete is injured, fatigued or overtrained
Personality: Research indicating narcissists who used external imagery had greater increase in performance
Define and provide an example of a performance goal and a process goal.
•Performance goals: Focusing on achieving standards of performance or objectives independently of other competitors—usually making comparisons with one’s own previous performance
•Process goals: Focusing on the actions an individual must engage in during performance to execute or perform well
What are the constructs of mental toughness?
motivation
dealing with pressure
confidence
confidence
Sport Psychology studies the ABC's (and D, E's). What does this analogy stand for?
Affect (one’s feelings),
Behavior (one’s actions),
Cognitions (one’s thoughts)
within D, a dynamic, and E, an ever changing environment