Cultural sport psychology
By: Robert Schinke and Stephanie J. Hanrahan, editors.
Contributors: Schinke, Robert, 1966-; Hanrahan, Stephanie J., 1961-
Publisher: Human Kinetics; Human Kinetics Publishers
Published: 2009
Place of publication: Champaign, IL
Language: eng
Number of pages: 261
ISBN-13: 9780736071338
Subjects: Sports -- Psychological aspects; Sports -- Social aspects
Description: This title focuses on important cultural factors such as religion, gender, personal space and social structure. These factors and many others are laden with cultural assumptions that may contribute, positively or negatively, to athletic performance and an athlete's well-being.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.