Flow is a special psychological state of total absorption in a task. When in flow, athletes are fully focused on what they are doing, and this heightened attention is associated with a number of positive factors. Accompanying a focused mindset are factors such as knowing exactly what one is going to do and how one
The science of psychology exists in a state of tension with the legal system in many ways (Ogloff & Finkelman, 1999). Fundamentally, the goals and processes of investigation in science differ substantially from those of investigation in the law. First, science is inductive. Researchers examine data from many field studies, correlational studies, and experiments and
Questions of potential interactions between psychology and the law existed long before the founding of the United States or the establishment of a separate United State legal system. For example, Francis Bacon (1857) expressed concerns that inappropriate psychological motives held by some actors in the legal system could compromise the system. He suggested that the
Positive Psychology History The roots of inquiry into what is good about human nature and optimal human functioning can be traced back to Aristotle. Indeed, the initial impetus of modern psychology was to gain an understanding of transcendent experience. This objective was echoed in humanistic psychology’s interest in the self-actualizing potential of human beings. However
Sport psychology professionals maintain an ethical obligation to ensure services are helping clients (and conversely, not harming them), and thus allowing clients the opportunity to provide feedback is a key element of effective service provision. Components of Evaluation There are a variety of subjective (or self-report) and objective measures available that consultants can select to
This article delves into the realm of cardiac psychology, focusing on the imperative task of managing fear and anxiety in individuals grappling with cardiovascular diseases. Beginning with an exploration of the intricate relationship between psychological factors and cardiac health, the article elucidates the nuanced understanding of fear and anxiety in the context of cardiovascular conditions.
This article explores the intricate interplay between psychology and chronic disease flare-ups within the realm of health psychology. The introduction delves into the definition and significance of chronic disease flare-ups, emphasizing their relevance in understanding the psychological dimensions of health. The first section examines the multifaceted factors influencing flare-ups, including genetic predisposition, neurobiological mechanisms, stress
This article explores the pivotal role of health psychology in the realm of family planning within the broader context of public health. Beginning with an introduction to the significance of family planning, the narrative unfolds by delving into the psychological factors that influence individuals’ decisions regarding family planning, including cultural, religious, and societal influences, as
Multiculturalism has been called the “fourth force” of psychology by Paul B. Pedersen, Pius K. Essandoh, and others (following psychoanalysis, behaviorism, and humanism as schools of thought). Multicultural psychology is a major influence in contemporary psychology and includes such broad topic areas as racial identity development, acculturation, prejudice and stereotyping, and multicultural competence. Research focused
The idea that genetics may play a determining role in work behavior and work-related phenomena does not have a particularly long past in terms of actual research activity among industrial-organizational psychologists. Whereas research in other domains of psychology convincingly have shown that human behavior is influenced by genetic and biological characteristics of individuals, it was