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PSYC275

Psychology of Sport, Exercise, and Performance

Subject code

PSYC

Course Number

275

Department(s)

Instructor(s)

S. Langdon

Course Long Title

Psychology of Sport, Exercise, and Performance

Description

Sport, exercise, and performance are familiar physical experiences that have strong psychological components. Many of these aspects can apply to numerous other forms of performance (e.g., dance, theater). This course examines the science and application of the biopsychosocial connections of these pursuits. Topics include arousal/anxiety, motivation, team/group dynamics and leadership, injury and stress, exercise adherence, and performance enhancement strategies. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 101.

Writing Credit

No writing credit

GEC This Course Belongs To

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