Parenting in Youth Sport - From Research to Practice

"Parents and parent-figures play a pivotal role in the development of young people in reaching their full potential in sport. The psychological and practical support of parents can be as vital to young athletes as the appropriate coaching and facilities.This book brings together current research into the impact of parenting in youth sport and examines the relationships between athletes, coaches and parents.parents of children in sport addresses many of the issues surrounding parenting in sport, including:Participation in youth sportParenting stylesCoping and stress among parents Parent-coach interactionsChild psychology frameworksThis book not only outlines the theory of parenting in youth sport, but also utilises internationally based case studies and frequently asked question sections to give a sound practical grounding to the research. It is therefore, an essential text for students, lecturers and practitioners with interests in youth sport and sport psychology"--

Product details

• Authors: Nicholas Holt, Nicholas Knight Holt, Holt Nicholas, Camilla Knight
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 27.02.2014
• EAN: 9780415858670
• ISBN: 978-0-415-85867-0
• No. of pages: 144
• Subjects: Guides > Sport > General, dictionaries, handbooks, yearbooks, history; SPORTS & RECREATION / General, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Holidays (non-religious), Sports & outdoor recreation, Sociology: sport and leisure, Sociology: family and relationships, Sports and Active outdoor recreation