Psychology of Sports, Exercise, and Fitness

Social and Personal Issues

AvLouis Diamant

Inbunden, Engelska, 2026

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“The social psychology of sports and the problems of personal adjustment and mental health are herein encountered with regard for the innovative approach, respect for the theoretical framework, and value for and emphasis on research. The ensuing chapters will explore relationships between the most important areas in sport, exercise, and fitness (SEF) and the human psychological condition.” – From the PrefaceTaking a holistic approach Psychology of Sports, Exercise and Fitness: Social and Personal Issues, originally published in 1991, addresses the social psychology of sports and the problems of personal adjustment and mental health at the time. Some of the theoretical bases behind SEF are discussed, as well as the interactions of SEF with mental health and adjustive processes. Also considered are the ways that social factors together with SEF affect individuals.The authors represent a number of psychological specialities (sports psychopharmacology, clinical, industrial, social development, sports medicine, exercise, physiology, physical education, philosophy), a variety that provides the reader with a balance of professional, academic, and theoretical backgrounds. Thus, students, professionals, and other individuals with serious interest in this topic will find this text to be an unparalleled source of information.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2026-10-01
Mått:156 x 234 x undefined mm
Format:Inbunden
Språk:Engelska
Serie:Psychology Revivals
Antal sidor:290
Förlag:Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN:9781041399957

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Louis Diamant (1921–2018) was professor emeritus at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. He authored numerous papers in the fields of psychopathology, personality, gender, race, and age issues.

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Contributors. Preface. Part I: Introduction 1. Theory and Research in Sports, Exercise, and Fitness Psychology Louis Diamant Part II: Mental Health and Adjustment 2. Exercise and Mental Health: The Mechanisms of Exercise-Induced Psychological States Brad D. Hatfield 3. Anxiety Reduction and Stress Management Through Physical Fitness Ronald B. Simono 4. Steroid and Drud Use by Athletes Linda L. Weinhold 5. The Influence of Aerobic Exercise on Illness Stephen H. Boutcher 6. Athletic Competition: Stress and Performance Louis Diamant 7. Sports, Exercise, and Eating Disorders Julie A. Pruitt, Ruth V. Kappuis and Pamela S. Imm 8. The Right Place is Here, The Right Time is Now: Taiji as Mental and Physical Therapy Jeffrey F. Meyer Part III: Society and the Individual Performer 9. Sports in the Workplace: Do They Pay? Jo Ann Lee 10. Gender Expectations and Sports Participation Arnie Cann 11. Attraction and Physique: Going for the Right Body Louis Diamant, Gary Thomas Long and Michael L. Masterson 12. Social Perceptions of Sports Figures: Dumb Jocks, Flawed Heroes, and Superstars Gary Thomas Long 13. Running – A Psychosocial Phenomenon Michael L. Sachs 14. The African-American Athlete: A Psychological Perspective Les Brinson and Elwood L. Robinson 15. Mental Retardation and Recreational Fitness Programs Albert A. Maisto and Janet R. Stephens. Index.