IB SEHS Option B: Psychology of Sport

Which is NOT a critique of the Sports Competition Anxiety test?

Stable, enduring aspects-distinguishes one from others-unique but allow comparisons with others

A kicker does not perceive kicking the game winning field goal as overly threatening.  He is:

According to studies of Olympians, medalists exhibited which of these mental strategies?

When administering tests to athletes, which of the following should you avoid?

What is NOT an aspect of self-determination theory?

"Expectancies" - Define this as it relates to social learning theory and personality.

Identify the interactionist theory of personality

There are LOTS of ways to gather personality data.  What does "T" stand for?

Identify the color of the curve that represents a difficult task.

The degree of physical action perceived by an individual.

Not automatically associated with pleasant or unpleasant events.

Which of the following are true about the personalities of each group?

Cognitive state anxiety is ____ related to performance. U will perform best when least worried.

Replace negative thoughts with positive thoughts addresses _______ anxiety.

Convey information about an individual’s competence at a particular task

The activity is important because of valued outcome rather than interest in activity for itself

One of the easiest, most effective ways to control anxiety and muscle tension

A coach should compare individuals against normative info instead of their baseline levels.

Which of the following statements about exercise and personality is (are) true?

Which is NOT a process in observational learning (social learning theory)?

Identify this graphical representation of the arousal/performance relationship.

How you deal with negative thoughts if they occur during performance?

The complete lack of desire to participate in an activity.

In what quadrant would you find the emotions elation and enthusiasm?

Sensors monitor electrical activity during contraction.