Journal article
Women's Career Experiences in Applied Sport Psychology
Journal of applied sport psychology, v 20(4), pp 408-424
29 Oct 2008
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Abstract
The purpose of this study was to explore the career experiences and perceptions of women practitioners working in applied sport and exercise psychology. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with eight professional women regarding their experiences working within the applied domain. Each of the following five emergent themes are discussed: (a) entrance into applied sport psychology, (b) women's status in applied sport psychology, (c) gender discrimination, (d) gaining access, and (e) family and balance. More specifically, this article highlights the participants' initial interest in applied sport and exercise psychology and the manner in which they gained access to their varied applied opportunities. Particular attention is directed toward their extensive travel and the resultant challenges with balancing work and domestic responsibilities. All of the participants detailed the various forms of gender discrimination encountered throughout their careers and their unique experiences working with both male and female athletes. Lastly, the status of women within the applied domain is addressed by each of the participants.
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Details
- Title
- Women's Career Experiences in Applied Sport Psychology
- Creators
- Emily A. Roper - Sam Houston State University
- Publication Details
- Journal of applied sport psychology, v 20(4), pp 408-424
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Group
- Number of pages
- 17
- Resource Type
- Journal article
- Language
- English
- Academic Unit
- College of Nursing and Health Professions
- Web of Science ID
- WOS:000260421900003
- Scopus ID
- 2-s2.0-54949156897
- Other Identifier
- 991022004772404721
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- Web of Science research areas
- Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
- Psychology
- Psychology, Applied
- Sport Sciences