Abstract
The present study used a mixed methods approach to evaluate the usage and perceived effectiveness of a 12-month coping intervention. Twelve junior national netball players followed an intervention that had two objectives: 1) to encourage the use of future-oriented coping across goal-oriented contexts and 2) to facilitate resource accumulation and maintenance by developing coping related
competencies. Mentors and players maintained reflective diaries throughout the
intervention and were contacted via telephone or e-mail every 2–3 months. In
addition, players completed the Brief COPE measure at 1, 6, and 12 months. Eight
players and 8 mentors completed postintervention interviews. Data indicated that following completion of the intervention, players perceived themselves to have a better understanding of when and how to use future-oriented coping. They also perceived enhanced psychosocial resources, and a more flexible approach toward
goal pursuits. Recommendations for future research developments and the evaluation of coping interventions are presented.
competencies. Mentors and players maintained reflective diaries throughout the
intervention and were contacted via telephone or e-mail every 2–3 months. In
addition, players completed the Brief COPE measure at 1, 6, and 12 months. Eight
players and 8 mentors completed postintervention interviews. Data indicated that following completion of the intervention, players perceived themselves to have a better understanding of when and how to use future-oriented coping. They also perceived enhanced psychosocial resources, and a more flexible approach toward
goal pursuits. Recommendations for future research developments and the evaluation of coping interventions are presented.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 38-56 |
| Journal | Journal of Clinical Sport Psychology |
| Volume | 8 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 2014 |
| Externally published | Yes |