B.1 Individual differences
5 hours
B.2 Motivation
3 hours
B.3 Mental preparation for sports
4 hours
B.4 Psychological skills training
3 hours
The competitive process is complex and multifaceted. A performer is affected by a range of factors (personality, motivation, arousal, emotional effect). One aim of a sports psychologist is to manipulate these factors to enhance optimal performance. This section examines several fundamental interventions and evaluates their benefits and limitations.
B.5 Talent identification and development (HL only)
5 hours
B.6 Self-determination theory and self-regulated learning (HL only)
5 hours