The course content integrates both psychological and sociological content that will give deeper insights and help athletes/players become better at their technique and coaches become better trainers. The book covers: Meaning and Scope of Sports Psychology and Sociology Growth and Development, Human Behavior in relation to Physical Education and Sports, Learning, Personality, Motivation, Aggression, Anxiety, Stress and its impact on sports performance, Relation between social science and physical education and Culture.

Because there are many ways in which we can apply psychology to sport and, given the wide range of activities that different cultures regard as sport, it is helpful to adopt quite a broad definition of sport psychology. In 1996, the European Federation of Sport Psychology (FEPSAC) produced such a broad definition, which, slightly simplified, reads, 'Sport psychology is the study of the psychological basis, processes and effects of sport.' This of course begs the questions, what is sport and what is psychology? Although many athletes would insist that sport necessarily includes an element of competition, the term 'sport' is used, both in the FEPSAC definition of sport psychology, and throughout this book, in the broadest sense, including any physical activity for the purposes of competition, recreation, education or health.

"Collective Mindset: Sociological Insights into Sports Psychology" explores the intersection of sociology and sports psychology, examining how group dynamics and social factors influence athletic performance and team cohesion. The book delves into topics such as team culture, leadership, social identity, and the impact of broader societal issues on sports teams. It offers a unique perspective by applying sociological theories to understand the collective behaviors and mindsets that shape athletic success. Through case studies and research findings, the authors demonstrate how understanding these social dimensions can enhance coaching strategies, team building, and overall performance in competitive sports environments. This work provides valuable insights for coaches, sports psychologists, and researchers interested in the social aspects of sports performance.

This book approaches the study of mental illness in sport cultures from a variety of social scientific perspectives. Contributions focus on the multiple manifestations of mental illness within sport cultures, and the degree to which sport may be utilized as a means of helping people who struggle with mental illness.

"An excellent text to offer more depth on theories and concepts within Sports Psychology and provide learners with a greater understanding of current psychological theories. The text helps in enforcing knowledge gained and also provides a plethora of references for further reading around any of the chapters covered within the text." - John Harrison, Tyne Metropolitan College "This book provides a good introduction to sports psychology, and enables students to obtain a basic understanding of the key concepts. I will recommend this book to my level 4 students." - Marie Robbins, Grimsby Institute of Further and Higher Education "Provided an excellent synthesis of key topics in sport psychology. The content draws upon leaders in the field both from a research and applied sport psychology perspective." - Andrew Balsdon, Canterbury Christ Church University This book provides a focused, accurate guide for students working within the dynamic field of sport psychology. The concise and authoritative entries have been selected by experienced teachers and researchers; each one defines, explains and develops a key topic in sport psychology acting as a springboard for further reading and debate. This is a stimulating and practical resource for students defined by the clarity of writing and relevant examples. Each concept gives the student: clear definitions up-to-date suggestions for further reading careful cross-referencing. Easy to use and intelligently judged this book offers the modern student the basic materials, tools and guidance for planning essays and passing exams.

Sports now days is not about physical strength, mind plays a very important role in winning. To provide an athlete with the mental support they need, a sports psychologist considers the individual’s feelings, thoughts, perceived obstacles, and behavior in training, competition, and their lives beyond. Sports psychology is now widely accepted as offering a crucial edge over competitors. Psychological processes and mental wellbeing have become vital for athletes at all levels where the individual is serious about pushing their limits. The book is an attempt to understand the psychological information’s to reach a wider level. Sports psychology is a fascinating topic and the readers will gain an understanding of the power of a healthy mindset and thereby impact on sporting performance.