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Essential psychological aspects of the Olympic Mind

... goal , they may underachieve in the big moments. From a psychological perspective, peak performance is also about controlling the ... (sub)goals. Such an Olympic mind also enhances Olympians’ well-being in the preparation phase, enjoyment during the Olympic Games, and ... / more

Sleep before, during and after the Olympic Games: an important determinant of sports performance

... The fact that sleep is essential for physiological and psychological well-being is well known to all athletes today. At the 2008 Olympics in ... / more

Editorial: Mastering the Olympic Mind - The psychology behind peak sports performance

... a rehabilitative tool in prisons. Join us as we uncover the psychological foundations and strategies that shape the minds of champions. ... impact of breathing techniques on the performance and well-being of elite athletes, showing how they can enhance performance, improve ... / more

Unlocking the power of sports: the impact of Olympic values in prison rehabilitation

... - for peace, for human rights, and for a healthy and well-being for all”. Over a century later, the words of Baron de Coubertin ... Guterres. It is likely this sense of forming a group and psychological safety that made exchanges without barriers possible, as ... / more

In the shades of the rings – experiences of interpersonal violence in elite sports

... pursuit of victory can sometimes overshadow concerns for the well-being and health of athletes. Over the past few years, disclosures of ... in sexual abuse and harassment, or instances of physical and psychological violence toward athletes [2] are alarmingly common occurrences ... / more

Call for articles on topical issues

... change with age? How does retirement affect people’s well-being? Politics Example topic: What psychological factors contribute to the rise and appeal of far-right ... / more

Trauma(tic) media - What does it even look like? 

... been taken away from them, which can leave a long-lasting psychological and physical imprint on them [1]. As scholars and everyday people ... and accurately understand traumatic media but prioritize the well-being of media users exposed to such content. Trauma(tic) Media ... / more

The psychology behind being a dad and its effects on fathers themselves

... . Becoming a father for one’s own psychological development? While this might sound self-centered, research ... such as selfless care and concern but also in fathers own well-being [9]. Along these lines, an extensive in-depth study on men’s ... / more

Left-wing vs. right-wing: who is more likely to help others?

... policies . This class of policies focuses on the overall well-being of a society. Examples are the endorsement of minimum wages and the ... values into action. This pattern aligns with a well-known psychological phenomenon: the gap between intentions and behavior . Across ... / more

What is manifesting all about? The universe as a difficult conversational partner

... what we send out—is not a new idea and can be supported by psychological research in certain contexts and behaviors. For example, studies ... approach/avoidance appraisals, psychological needs, and well-being: A systematic review and meta-analysis ," Motivation Science, ... / more