Abstract
Mental and physical health problems continue to be a major concern in sport. Secular sport psychology looks at some ways to improve athletes’ health however missing is a thoroughly look at deeper issues related to 1) beliefs about emotions (such as emotions are feminine, private, irrational, weak and negative) and subsequent expression of thoughts and feelings, 2) normalization of emotion in sport environments, 3) inordinate affections, and 4) practical ways to help coaches and educators improve the health and spiritual formation of their athletes.
Presenters
Jane Lee SindenAssociate Professor, Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education , Redeemer University, Ontario, Canada
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Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
KEYWORDS
Mental and Physical Health, Athletes, Emotions, Sport Psychology, Coaching Practices
