Introduction to the Special Section of Psychology of Sport and Exercise ‘Innovations in Disability Sport and Exercise Psychology Research’

2018 ◽  
Vol 37 ◽  
pp. 155-156 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kathleen A. Martin Ginis ◽  
Brett Smith
Keyword(s):  
Special Section ◽  
Psychology Research ◽  
Exercise Psychology ◽  
Disability Sport ◽  
Sport And Exercise

Research Issues

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeffrey J. Martin
Keyword(s):  
American Psychological Association ◽  
Academic Disciplines ◽  
Exercise Psychology ◽  
American Psychological ◽  
Research Issues ◽  
Disability Sport ◽  
Sport Competition ◽  
History Of ◽  
Pros And Cons ◽  
Sport And Exercise

There are a number of research-related issues unique to the world of disability that most sport and exercise psychology researchers may be unfamiliar with. The purpose of this chapter is to discuss four of those issues. First is the use of language and, in particular, the pros and cons of using the term disabled person in contrast to person with a disability. Many disability activists argue for the former whereas the American Psychological Association advocates for the later. Terms such as disability sport, adapted sport, and parasport are also discussed and how researchers have interpreted and supported some terms over others. The chapter also briefly traces the history of disability sport and exercise psychology research and the academic disciplines that have built the knowledge base. In addition, the arguments of some authors that able-bodied researchers should not conduct research with individuals with disabilities are examined and refuted. Finally, the thinking behind why some disability activists are critical of a prominent disability sport competition, the Paralympics, is explained.

Handbook of Disability Sport and Exercise Psychology

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeffrey J. Martin
Keyword(s):  
Peer Relationships ◽  
Performance Enhancement ◽  
Academic Disciplines ◽  
Exercise Psychology ◽  
Comprehensive Overview ◽  
Disability Sport ◽  
Sport Retirement ◽  
And Performance ◽  
And Gender ◽  
Sport And Exercise

This book seeks to provide a comprehensive overview of the research done in sport and exercise psychology with individuals with disabilities. Research from diverse academic disciplines such as psychology, medicine, health, recreation, kinesiology, sociology and disability studies is reviewed. In the first part of the book, covering 5 chapters, philosophy of science issues, models of disability, how to conduct quality research, research controversies, and living with a disability are explored. In a second section on sport psychology, covering 19 chapters, diverse topics such as self-efficacy, athletic and superchip identities, motivation, self-esteem, peer relationships, sport retirement, coaching, and performance enhancement are covered. In the last part on exercise psychology, covering 16 chapters, a range of topic such as obesity and fitness, exercise barriers, body image, quality of life, physical education, wounded warriors, intellectual impairments, and gender issues are discussed. All chapters conclude with extensive directions for new avenues of research and exploration.

But What Do the Numbers Really Tell Us?: Arbitrary Metrics and Effect Size Reporting in Sport Psychology Research

2007 ◽  
Vol 29 (5) ◽  
pp. 664-672 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mark B. Andersen ◽  
Penny McCullagh ◽  
Gabriel J. Wilson
Keyword(s):  
Sport Psychology ◽  
Real World ◽  
Quantitative Methods ◽  
Effect Sizes ◽  
Psychology Research ◽  
Exercise Psychology ◽  
Calculated Effect ◽  
Sport Psychologist ◽  
Paper And Pencil ◽  
Sport And Exercise

Many of the measurements used in sport psychology research are arbitrary metrics, and researchers often cannot make the jump from scores on paper-and-pencil tests to what those scores actually mean in terms of real-world behaviors. Effect sizes for behavioral data are often interpretable, but the meaning of a small, medium, or large effect for an arbitrary metric is elusive. We reviewed all the issues in the 2005 volumes of the Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology, The Sport Psychologist, and the Journal of Applied Sport Psychology to determine whether the arbitrary metrics used in sport psychology research were interpreted, or calibrated, against real-world variables. Of the 54 studies that used quantitative methods, 25 reported only paper-and-pencil arbitrary metrics with no connections to behavior or other real-world variables. Also, 44 of the 54 studies reported effect sizes, but only 7 studies, using both arbitrary and behavioral metrics, had calculated effect indicators and interpreted them in terms of real-world meaning.

scholarly journals Status of the Journal of Sport & Exercise Psychology, 1985–1990

1992 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Diane L. Gill
Keyword(s):  
Future Research ◽  
Psychology Research ◽  
Exercise Psychology ◽  
Research Publication ◽  
Research Topics ◽  
Alternative Approaches ◽  
Sport And Exercise ◽  
Traditional Patterns ◽  
Editorial Decisions

Information on submitted manuscripts and editorial decisions suggested that the journal has maintained its status as a respected sport and exercise psychology research publication from 1985 to 1990. Most submitted manuscripts described research on sport and exercise participants with research topics, samples, and methodologies that follow traditional patterns. Surveys and factorial or regression designs dominated, although some research using alternative approaches, particularly interpretive methodologies, has been submitted and published. Future research might expand to include more diverse participants, settings, and methodologies.

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