Free Download Psychological Considerations in the Young Athlete: A Multidisciplinary Approach
English | 2023 | ISBN: 3031251253 | 531 Pages | PDF EPUB (True) | 10 MB
This book provides a broad and multidisciplinary review of psychological aspects of sport participation that are important to consider in young athletes. It discusses the many psychosocial benefits of sports, describes common mental health and body image issues pediatric athletes may suffer from, explains the psychological effects of injury and surgery on young athletes and the importance of mind-body connection, and advocates for safe sport participation and a multidisciplinary approach to the care of young athletes. This is the first text to discuss the psychological implications of sport participation in young athletes - a critical topic in today's sport landscape that is often underappreciated and understudied.