Sport Psychology for Young Athletes by Camilla J. Knight, Chr... - 9781138682382

Taylor & Francis

Sport Psychology for Young AthletesAuthor(s): Camilla J. Knight, Chris G. Harwood, Daniel Gould\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781138682382, 978-1138682382\nSynopsis\nUnderstanding and applying psychology within youth sport settings is key to maximising young athletes enjoyment, wellbeing, and sporting performance. Written by a team of leading international researcher-practitioners, this book is the first to offer an evidence-based introduction to the theory and practice of sport psychology for children and young athletes. It provides practical strategies and guidance for those working in or researching youth sport, demonstrating how to integrate sport psychology effectively in a variety of youth sport contexts. \n\nWith real-life case studies that demonstrate psychological theory put into practice, it discusses a wide spectrum of issues faced by young athletes and recommends the best approaches to addressing them.