ISSA Sports Psychology 2

Question 1

Which type of anxiety involves the mental component of nervousness, such as worry and negative thoughts?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive anxiety

Answer

Cognitive anxiety refers to the mental/psychological component of anxiety, including worry, doubt, and negative expectancies about performance.

Question 2

A personal trainer notices a client consistently quits when tasks become challenging. This most likely reflects a lack of which psychological trait?

Accepted Answer

Mental toughness / resilience

Answer

Mental toughness and resilience refer to the ability to persist through difficulty, maintain focus, and bounce back from setbacks.

Question 3

What does SMART stand for in the context of athletic goal-setting?

Accepted Answer

Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound

Answer

SMART goals are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound — a framework that maximizes the effectiveness of goal-setting.

Question 4

Which type of goal focuses on the process of performing rather than the end result?

Accepted Answer

Process goal

Answer

Process goals focus on the specific actions and behaviors during performance, such as maintaining proper form or breathing technique.

Question 5

Overtraining syndrome can manifest with which psychological symptom?

Accepted Answer

Mood disturbances including depression and irritability

Answer

Overtraining syndrome commonly causes psychological symptoms such as depression, irritability, decreased motivation, and mood disturbances alongside physical decline.

ISSA - International Sports Sciences Association Practice Test

ISSA - International Sports Sciences Association Practice Test

ISSA Sports Psychology 2