Question 1

Consultants have an ethical responsibility to minimize harm and to assist athletes, however if it will benefit society, then a person becomes second priority and benefitting society becomes first priority.

Accepted Answer

Ethical guidelines prioritize the welfare of the individual client (e.g., athlete) over the broader societal benefits, ensuring that harm is minimized and the individual's needs and rights are foremost.

Question 2

An athlete wants to train harder and become a better player so he approaches a sports psychologist to help him achieve this. When talking to the psychologist, the psychologist reveals that if the player decides to hire him, they can do a workout program that will increase his running time by 30% and his muscle mass by 15%. The athlete is impressed and decides to go ahead and hire her. After 3 weeks of training, the psychologist and athlete start dating. They are quite happy; except the athlete can't help but notice the results he was promised are not being shown. He hasn't increased his muscle mass much at all and his running time has only increased by a few seconds. This is because the psychologist did not actually have the evidence to support the findings that she told the athlete.
State and explain what the ethical concerns of the above scenario are.

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

The CPA, the CSPA, and AASP organizations are all proactive in?

Accepted Answer

The CPA (Canadian Psychological Association), the CSPA (Canadian Sport Psychology Association), and AASP (Association for Applied Sport Psychology) are all actively involved in identifying necessary standards and competencies required for providing sport and exercise psychology services to athletes. They work to develop key competencies in areas such as performance enhancement, athlete development, mental health and well-being, and ethical practice to ensure that those who practice in the field are providing quality services to clients.

Question 4

Seligman and others in the positive psychology movement criticized psychology for doing what?

Accepted Answer

Seligman and others in the positive psychology movement criticized psychology for focusing too much on mental illness and repair, and not enough on positive aspects of human functioning such as well-being, resilience, and character strengths.

Question 5

A sport psychology consultant who is providing educational services to the community and sport organizations is an example of which type of career role?

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Question 6

Scientific constructs are terms that have been created for a scientific purpose and are defined specifically so that they can be distinguished from other related but distinct ideas.

Accepted Answer

This is the definition of scientific constructs. They are created and defined for specific scientific purposes.

Question 7

Which one of the following represents the three major roles that sport psychology consultants typically follow in their careers?

Accepted Answer

The three major roles that sport psychology consultants typically follow in their careers are teaching, research, and consulting. These roles encompass educating others about sport psychology, conducting research to advance the field, and providing consulting services to athletes and teams to enhance performance.

Question 8

In qualitative analysis, researcher use what is usually called an emic focus. This means

Accepted Answer

In qualitative analysis, an emic focus refers to the researcher's attempt to understand the participant's perspective or point of view in a particular setting. It involves capturing the participant's beliefs, values, and experiences, rather than imposing the researcher's own preconceived ideas or hypotheses. This approach helps in generating an in-depth understanding of the phenomenon under study. Therefore, option D is the most appropriate choice.

Question 9

Qualitative inquiry in sport and exercise psychology often assumes that reality is objective and generalizes across people of a particular age, ethnicity, or gender.

Accepted Answer

Qualitative inquiry in sport and exercise psychology tends to focus on individual experiences and meanings and therefore does not assume reality is objective and generalizable across groups.

Question 10

A sport psychology consultant who is consulting with a group of middle-aged recreational-distance runners who hope to complete a marathon is dispelling which common myth about sport psychology?

Accepted Answer

By consulting with middle-aged recreational runners, the sport psychology consultant is dispelling the myth that they only work with elite athletes.

Question 11

Sport and exercise psychology is characterized as

Accepted Answer

Sport and exercise psychology is an interdisciplinary field that combines principles of psychology and sport science to improve athletic performance and overall physical activity. It involves integrating knowledge from multiple fields, such as kinesiology, biomechanics, and cognitive and social psychology.

Question 12

Since working in diverse sport and exercise settings will require a range of sport science and psychological competencies, students should receive counselling and clinical psychology training.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. Working in diverse sport and exercise settings requires a range of competencies in sport science and psychology, including counselling and clinical psychology to address the mental and emotional well-being of athletes and individuals involved in sport and exercise.

Question 13

The specific legislative rules for the use of the term "psychologist" vary across provinces and territories.

Accepted Answer

Each province and territory in Canada has its own legislation regarding the title of psychologist and the requirements for its use, so the specific rules may vary from one jurisdiction to another.

Question 14

A sport psychologist who is helping individuals and teams improve performance and enhance personal well-being is an example of which type of career role?

Accepted Answer

A sport psychologist who is helping individuals and teams improve performance and enhance personal well-being is providing a consulting service as they are working with clients to provide expert advice and support.

Question 15

Expansion of the application of sport and exercise psychology principles in clinical settings will include cancer, stroke, and spinal cord injuries populations.

Accepted Answer

There is growing evidence to support the use of sport and exercise psychology principles in clinical settings for a range of populations, including those with cancer, stroke, and spinal cord injuries. These principles can be applied to help individuals cope with the psychological and emotional challenges associated with these conditions, as well as to support their physical rehabilitation and overall well-being.

Question 16

SCAPPS had a strong influence on development on research and development and sport and exercise psychology in the 70's and 80's but has little influence in Canada.

Accepted Answer

SCAPPS, the Canadian Society for Psychomotor Learning and Sport Psychology, has been influential in the development of research and practice in sport and exercise psychology in Canada since its inception, contributing significantly to the field both nationally and internationally.

Question 17

In Canada and the USA, most academic sport and exercise psychologist are typically not concerned with professional practice issues and certification.

Accepted Answer

In Canada and the USA, most academic sport and exercise psychologists focus on research and teaching, leaving concerns about professional practice issues and certification to applied professionals in the field.

Question 18

A principle two of the CPA ethical code of conduct is responsible caring and states that the consultant must take corrective action for any harmful effects that occurred because of their teaching, research, or practice.

Accepted Answer

Principle two of the CPA ethical code of conduct does indeed require responsible caring and mandates consultants to take corrective action for any harmful effects resulting from their teaching, research, or practice.

Question 19

A sport psychology consultant who is employed by a university and is involved in a study that examines aggression differences between male and female rugby players is an example of which type of career role?

Accepted Answer

The sport psychology consultant is involved in a study which falls under the category of research. While counseling, teaching, consulting, and clinical intervention may be aspects of a sport psychology career, the given scenario specifically describes a research role.

Question 20

Briefly describe the four principles of ethical guidelines for psychologists providing services to athletes or exercise clients.

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Quiz 1: Introducing Sport and Exercise Psychology