Cultural Sport Psychology and Elite Sport in Singapore: An Exploration of Identity and Practice

This book explores the psychosocial issues of elite sport in Singapore using cultural sport psychology (CSP) as a theoretical and guiding philosophy. It argues that if elite sport and sport psychology is to progress, there is a need to refine the elite ecosystem, regulate the practice of sport psychology, and establish a professional community centered around a culture of constructive exchange, debate, and cooperation.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 180 pages
Publication date: 29 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Guided by the principles of cultural sport psychology (CSP), this comprehensive book delves into the intricate psychosocial realm of elite sport and psychological practice in Singapore. CSP emphasizes the significance of recognizing individuals as unique entities, rather than reducing them to mere objects or interpreting psychological processes in isolation from their socio-cultural context. To foster the growth of sport psychology, it is crucial to differentiate between treating individuals the same (culturally blind approach) and treating them equally (culturally aware).

To address the scarcity of cultural-specific research in the field, this book employs CSP as a theoretical framework to explore the psychosocial challenges of elite sport in Singapore. Given Singapore's recent achievements in the Olympic and Paralympic arenas, this book is particularly timely in examining the social and cultural developments of elite sport within a specific sociocultural context. The authors argue that for elite sport and sport psychology to thrive in Singapore, there is a need to refine its elite ecosystem, regulate the practice of sport psychology, and foster a professional community characterized by constructive exchange, debate, and cooperation.

This book serves as a valuable resource for researchers, national institutes, and practitioners alike. It provides a systematic approach to examining the culture and context within which they operate, enabling them to identify unique needs and develop action plans to address them. By embracing the principles of CSP, this book empowers individuals and organizations to contribute to the advancement of sport psychology in Singapore and beyond, fostering a more inclusive and culturally sensitive approach to the field.

Weight: 308g
Dimension: 233 x 154 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032234441