Advancements in Mental Skills Training

Advancements in Mental Skills Training presents contemporary evidence-based intervention approaches from leading sport psychology researchers and practitioners.

Foreword
Robert Schinke
1 Advancements in Mental Skills Training: An Introduction
Peter C. Terry, Maurizio Bertollo, Edson Filho
Section 1: Theoretical Advancements
2 Optimizing Performance in Sport: An Action-based Perspective
Howie Carson, Claudio Robazza, Dave Collins, John Toner, Maurizio Bertollo
3 Mental Toughness Development and Training in Sport
Richard G. Cowden, Lee Crust, Stephanie J. Tibbert, Patricia C. Jackman
4 The Motivational Role of Feedback in Motor Learning: Evidence, Interpretations, and Implications
Suzete Chiviacowsky
5 Mindfulness and Mental Preparation
Jean Fournier
6 An Optimization Approach to Mental Health in Athletes
Brad Donohue, Yulia Gavrilova, & Marina Galante Harris
7 Team Dynamics Theory: Implications for the Development of High-Performing Teams
Edson Filho
8 Cultural Codes Provide Novel Strategies for Mental Training
Yang Ge, Liwei Zhang
Section 2: Technological Advancements
9 Social Media and Sport Psychology Practice
Stewart T. Cotterill
10 Mobile Technologies and Perceptual-Cognitive Training
Itay Basevitch, Nataniel Boiangin, & Camilo Sáenz-Moncaleano
11 Eye Tracking and Cardiovascular Measurement to Assess and Improve Sporting Performance
Emily M. Crowe, Mark R. Wilson, David J. Harris, & Samuel J. Vine
12 Biofeedback and Neurofeedback for Mental Skills Training in Sports
Ming-Yang Cheng &Tsung-Min Hung
13 Brain Stimulation Techniques and Sports Performance
Giulia Prete, Maurizio Bertollo, Luca Tommasi
14 Virtual Reality and Mental Training
Cornelia Frank
Section 3: Emerging Topics and Understudied Populations
15 Spirituality in Sport Psychology Consulting
Maria Luisa M. Guinto
16 Minorities
Stephanie J. Hanrahan
17 Psychological Interventions with Paralympic Athletes
Michelle D. Guerrero, Jeffrey J. Martin, & Eva Prokesova
18 Innovations in Mental Skills Training for Young Athletes
Paul McCarthy & Bryan McCann
19 Contemporary Approaches to Sport Leadership
Megan E. Gilchrist & Clifford J. Mallett
20 Referees: Developmental, Performance, and Training Considerations
Roy David Samuel