The Effect of Group Cohesion on Competitive State Anxiety

作者: Harry Prapavessis , Albert V. Carron

DOI: 10.1123/JSEP.18.1.64

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摘要: One purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between cohesion and competitive state anxiety (A-state). If a cohesion-competition A-state obtained, second determine whether perceived psychological benefits and/or costs cohesiveness mediate that relationship. In order these issues, sample interactive sport-team athletes (N = 110) completed Group Environment Questionnaire (GEQ; Carron, Widmeyer, & Brawley, 1985) items related membership in cohesive groups. addition, Competitive State Anxiety Inventory–2 (CSAI-2; Martens, Burton, Vealey, Bump, Smith, 1990) prior competition. Results showed responses (p < .004). Specifically, individuals holding higher perceptions task reported less cognitive A-state. also associated with on tea...

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