2020-2021 Undergraduate General Catalog


PSYC 307 Sport Psychology

This course will focus on the psychosocial factors influencing athletic performance. Topics will include individual psychological characteristics such as personality, motivation, stress and arousal. This will be followed by an exploration of group dynamics in sport such as competition, cooperation, and team dynamics. We will also examine the field of applied sport psychology and the interventions used by sport psychologists to improve both athletic performance and the overall health and well-being of the athlete.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

PSYC 115 - General Psychology

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