Quiz on Sport Psychology

What is the primary focus of sport psychology?

• Injury rehabilitation methods

• Nutritional advice for athletes

• Physical training techniques

• Psychological and mental factors in sports

Who conducted the first experiment in sport psychology?

• Sigmund Freud

• Coleman Robert Griffith

• Franklin Henry

• Norman Triplett

Which school of thought in psychology focuses on observable behaviors?

• Structuralism

• Functionalism

• Humanistic

• Behaviourism

What is one of the main objectives of sport psychology?

• To improve athletes' performance

• To enhance physical strength

• To develop nutritional plans

• To increase competition frequency

Which area of psychology deals with the prevention and treatment of health issues?

• Development Psychology

• Social Psychology

• Health Psychology

• Cognitive Psychology

What is a key ethical principle in sports psychology?

• Maximizing profits

• Competence and integrity

• Promoting competition

• Encouraging risk-taking

What does the term 'athlete' refer to in the context of sport psychology?

• A coach or manager

• A participant in a sport or exercise

• An official or referee

• A spectator at a game

Which psychologist is known for the concept of self-esteem power in humanistic psychology?

• John Watson

• Abraham Maslow

• William James

• Max Wertheimer