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sport psych
motivation & social psychology
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Psychology
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12/17/2004

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aggression
Definition
1. the behavior must be aimed at nother human being with the goal of inflicting physical harm
2. there must be a reasonable expectation that the attempt to inflict bodily harm will be successful.
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hostile aggression
Definition
1. primary goal is the injury of another human being.
2. anger is present
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instrumental aggression
Definition
intent to harm or injure while gaining a competitive edge. no anger is present
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assertiveness
Definition
1. legitimate physical or verbal force to achieve one's purpose
2. no intent to harm even if the opponent is harmed as a result.
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instinct theory
Definition
views aggression as an inborn drive similar to hunger, thirst, and sexual desire.
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social learning theory
Definition
aggression is a function of learning
+Re ==> promotes aggressive behavior
-Re ==> erases aggressive behavior
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Reformulated FAD (Frustration-Aggression-Displacement)
Definition
aggression is a natural response to frustration, and that the aggressive act provides a catharsis, or purging, of the anger associated with the frustration.
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moral reasoning theory
Definition
proposes that an individuals willingness to engage in aggression is related to her stage of moral reasoning.
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bracketed morality
Definition
the suspension of ethics, or morality, during athletic competition
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catharsis effect
Definition
release of pent-up frustration that makes one feel better
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social facilitation
Definition
the notion that the presence of an audience of one or more spectators can facilitate performance
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dysfunctional assertive behavior
Definition
aggressive or assertive behavior, such as fouling, that interferes with successful performance
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functional assertive behavior
Definition
aggressive or assertive behavior, such as rebounding, stealing, and shot blocking in basketball, that facilitates successful performance
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social cohesion
Definition
how well they like each other
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task cohesion
Definition
how well they can work together (essential for performance)
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motivation
Definition
anything that impels an individual into action
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two reasons for Motivation complexity
Definition
individual differences & maturation
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typical examples of motivation
Definition
1. intimidation
2. threats
3. criticism (+/-)
4. sarcasm
5. guilt
6. physical abuse (coaches)
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Achievement motivation theories
Definition
genetic predispositons to approach or avoid situations
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needs achievment theory
Definition
based on the fact that we all have needs and we strive to achieve these needs
Term
fostering motive to succeed
Definition
increase the probability of success.
increase the incentive value
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competency theories
Definition
self perception of ability
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fostering self efficacy
Definition
experience success
participant modeling
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competence motivation theory
Definition
innate motivation to prove success.
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fostering competence
Definition
experience success. focus should be on process not outcome
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sport confidence theory
Definition
belief in one's ability to be successful in sport. a person who has high sport confidence is able to transfer this to a wide variety of specific situations
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fostering sport confidence
Definition
experience success. (redefine and make it easier to attain)
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goal setting theory
Definition
goal attainment energizes performers in
1. selection
2. persistence
3. effort
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attribution theories
Definition
cognitive approach to motivation. assumes that people strive to explain, understand, and predict events upon their cognitive perception
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causal attribution theory
Definition
reasons for success or failure
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fostering positive attribution
Definition
emphasize effort
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