Advancements in Mental Skills Training presents contemporary evidence-based intervention approaches from leading sport psychology researchers and practitioners. The book comprehensively examines the use of mental skills training for athletic performance and wellbeing from a cross-cultural perspective. It begins by introducing theoretical advancements related to mental toughness, cultural factors, performance optimisation and mindfulness. It goes on to examine the technological advancements related to mental skills training, outlining how mobile technologies can be used to measure and train perceptual-cognitive skills, and the effectiveness of virtual reality in mental training. The book concludes by discussing emerging topics such as how sports psychology can incorporate spirituality, minority groups in sport and the impact of prejudice, and referee career development. This insightful text introduces the potential for sport psychology to be integrated into our daily functioning and provides strategies for athletes to optimise their performance and bolster their mental health. It will be an essential read for all Sport Psychology researchers as well as professionals working in the field.
Author(s): Maurizio Bertollo, Edson Filho, Peter C. Terry
Publisher: Routledge
Year: 2020
Language: English
Pages: 302
City: London
Cover
Half Title
Series Page
Title Page
Copyright Page
Table of Contents
List of Figures
List of Tables
Contributors’ Notes (Short Bios)
Foreword
1 Advancements in Mental Skills Training: An Introduction
Section 1 Theoretical Advancements
2 Optimizing Performance in Sport: An Action-Based Perspective
3 Mental Toughness Development and Training in Sport
4 The Motivational Role of Feedback in Motor Learning: Evidence, Interpretations, and Implications
5 Mindfulness and Mental Preparation
6 An Optimization Approach to Mental Health in Athletes
7 Team Dynamics Theory: Implications for the Development of High-Performing Teams
8 Cultural Codes Provide Novel Strategies for Mental Training
Section 2 Technological Advancements
9 Social Media and Sport Psychology Practice
10 Mobile Technologies and Perceptual-Cognitive Training
11 Eye Tracking and Cardiovascular Measurement to assess and Improve Sporting Performance
12 Biofeedback and Neurofeedback for Mental Skills Training in Sports
13 Brain Stimulation Techniques and Sports Performance
14 Virtual Reality and Mental Training
Section 3 Emerging Topics and Understudied Populations
15 Spirituality in Sport Psychology Consulting
16 Minorities
17 Psychological Interventions with Paralympic Athletes
18 Innovations in Mental Skills Training For Young Athletes
19 Contemporary Approaches to Sport Leadership
20 Referees: Developmental, Performance, and Training Considerations
Index
