Understanding problematic sporting stories: Narrative therapy and applied sport psychology Research Completed

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Understanding problematic sporting stories: Narrative therapy and applied sport psychology

Lead Author

Denison, Jim , Winslade, John

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University Of Waikato

Publication Year

2006

Publisher

Otago Polytechnic Te Kura Matatini ki Otago

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Abstract

In this paper we examine how postmodernism can inform the practice of sport psychology.

More specifically, we will discuss how a therapeutic approach known as “narrative therapy”

can enable athletes to reclaim control over their sporting practices and eliminate problem

stories undermining their performance.

 

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