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Performance Psychology

A Practitioner's Guide

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This comprehensive, evidence-based text explores key aspects of performance culture, including performer development, preparation, training, and execution. Authored by a diverse team of international contributors—national coaches, training specialists, applied sports psychologists, clinicians, and researchers—it bridges theory and practice to demonstrate how psychological methods can enhance performance. Each section features insights from a 'Performers Panel' of experts, offering real-life examples and practical implications for applied practice. The book applies performance psychology across various physical domains, helping practitioners tailor interventions to specific individuals and contexts for effective outcomes. Dave Collins, a leading figure in performance and coaching, has worked with over 50 World and Olympic medalists and has experience in diverse performance fields, including sport, business, and music. Angela Button, a researcher recognized for her expertise in talent development, has led significant research projects in the UK and New Zealand. Hugh Richards, a lecturer and Director of postgraduate programs in Performance Psychology, has published extensively on coping, talent, and professional development across various domains. The text emphasizes a holistic approach, enabling students to integrate different strategies to solve problems, while concluding sections with practical overviews from top performers.

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Performance Psychology, Andy Robinson, David John Collins, Angela Button, Hugh Richards

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Pubblicato
2011
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(In brossura),
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75,99 €

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Titolo
Performance Psychology
Sottotitolo
A Practitioner's Guide
Lingua
Inglese
Pubblicato
2011
Formato
In brossura
Pagine
411
ISBN10
0443067341
ISBN13
9780443067341
Serie
Descrizione
This comprehensive, evidence-based text explores key aspects of performance culture, including performer development, preparation, training, and execution. Authored by a diverse team of international contributors—national coaches, training specialists, applied sports psychologists, clinicians, and researchers—it bridges theory and practice to demonstrate how psychological methods can enhance performance. Each section features insights from a 'Performers Panel' of experts, offering real-life examples and practical implications for applied practice. The book applies performance psychology across various physical domains, helping practitioners tailor interventions to specific individuals and contexts for effective outcomes. Dave Collins, a leading figure in performance and coaching, has worked with over 50 World and Olympic medalists and has experience in diverse performance fields, including sport, business, and music. Angela Button, a researcher recognized for her expertise in talent development, has led significant research projects in the UK and New Zealand. Hugh Richards, a lecturer and Director of postgraduate programs in Performance Psychology, has published extensively on coping, talent, and professional development across various domains. The text emphasizes a holistic approach, enabling students to integrate different strategies to solve problems, while concluding sections with practical overviews from top performers.