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Book SynopsisApplied Sport Psychology, Eighth Edition, presents to the reader sport psychological theories, strategies, and techniques used by coaches and sport psychologists to cultivate peak performance and personal growth. Williams and Krane bridge the gap between research and practice by using examples, exercises, case studies, and anecdoteshelping students to think more critically and to apply their knowledge to real-world situations. This Eighth Edition includes a new chapter on mindfulness in sport and updates that reflect the latest statistics and research from the field.  Instructors and students can now access their course content through the Connect digital learning platform by purchasing either standalone Connect access or a bundle of print and Connect access. McGraw-Hill Connect is a subscription-based learning service accessible online through your personal computer or tablet. Choose this option if your instructor will require Connect to be used in the cTable of ContentsChapter 1 Sport Psychology: Past, Present, Future PART ONE LEARING, MOTIVATION, AND SOCIAL INTERACTIONChapter 2 Motor Skill Learning for Effective Coaching and Performance Chapter 3 A Positive Approach to Coaching Effectiveness and Performance Enhancement Chapter 4 The Motivational Climate, Motivation, and Implications for Empowering Athletes and the Promotion of the Quality of Sport Engagement Chapter 5 The Self-Fulfilling Prophecy Theory: When Coaches’ Expectations Become Reality Chapter 6 Leadership in Sports: The Critical Importance of Coach and Athlete Leadership Chapter 7 The Sport Team as an Effective Group Chapter 8 Communicating Effectively PART TWO MENTAL TRAINING FOR PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENTChapter 9 Psychological Characteristics of Peak Performance Chapter 10 Increasing Awareness for Sport Performance Chapter 11 Goal Setting for Peak Performance Chapter 12 Understanding and Managing Stress in Sport Chapter 13 Using Imagery as a Mental Training Tool in Sport Chapter 14 Cognitive Techniques for Building Confidence and Enhancing Performance Chapter 15 Concentration and Strategies for Controlling It Chapter 16 Mindfulness in SportPART THREE IMPLEMENTING A TRAINING PROGRAMSChapter 17 Integrating and Implementing a Psychological Skills Training Program Chapter 18 A Social-Cognitive Approach to Conducting Evidence Based Coach-Training Programs Chapter 19 Gender, Diversity, and Cultural Competence PART FOUR ENHANCING HEALTH AND WELL-BEINGChapter 20 When to Refer Athletes to Other Helping Professionals Chapter 21 Doping in Sport: Causes and Cures Chapter 22 Athlete Burnout: An Individual and Organizational Phenomenon Chapter 23 Injury Risk and Rehabilitation: Psychological Considerations Chapter 24 Athletes' Careers and Transitions Chapter 25 Exercise and Physical Activity Participation: An Identity-Centered Approach

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