Group Dynamics in Exercise and Sport Psychology

Group Dynamics in Exercise and Sport Psychology

<P>Can a better understanding of group dynamics raise individual and team athletic performance or improve the outcomes of exercise interventions?</P> <P>Much human behaviour in sport and exercise settings is embedded within groups, where individuals’ cognitions, emotions, and behaviours influence and are influenced by other group members.<I> </I>Now in a fully revised, updated, and expanded second edition, <I>Group Dynamics in Exercise and Sport Psychology</I> explores the unique psychological dynamics that emerge in sport and exercise groups. It provides a clear and thorough guide to contemporary theory, research, and applied practice, covering core themes and cutting-edge topics as well as highlighting directions for future research. </P> <P>The book is organised into five thematic sections:</P> <P>Part 1: The Self in Groups</P> <P>Part 2: Leadership in Groups</P> <P>Part 3: Group Environment</P> <P>Part 4: Motivation in Groups</P> <P>Part 5: Socio-Environmental Issues in Groups</P> <P>This new edition includes seven completely new chapters, exploring important emerging issues such as social identity, the family, co-ordination and shared knowledge within sport teams, the group as a vehicle for facilitating individual behavior change, social support and emotion regulation, peer leadership, and cultural perspectives in relation to group dynamics.</P> <P>No other book on group dynamics in sport or exercise offers such a close examination of the evidence base, and therefore <I>Group Dynamics in Exercise and Sport Psychology </I>is important reading for all students, researchers, or practitioners working in sport or exercise psychology, kinesiology, sport and exercise science, sports coaching, or physical education.</P>