Isbn: 9781788039628 - the family game: how sport can help answer parents' questions: what sport and psychology teach us about parenting (4 risultati)

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. What Sport and Psychology Teach Us About Parenting Its no accident, I think, that tennis uses the language of life. Advantage, service, fault, break, love,the basic elements of tennis are those of everyday existence, because every match is a life in miniature. Andre Agassi Dr. Paul Gaffney has used his experience of working as a clinical and counselling psychologist with children, adults and families experiencing a wide range of problems, and with athletes and coaches striving for excellence, to write this book which will outline practical strategies for living better lives together. The book takes its lead from the stories of inspirational sportspeople and teams. These are supported by, and linked to, psychological knowledge and practice. Sport can reflect all that is good and bad in people. We have seen fabulous success achieved following great dedication, world class performances reflecting incredible skill and a win at all costs attitude leading to, in some cases, cheating and doping. In sport as in life, we can experience the entire rollercoaster of emotions: elation, heartbreak, exhaustion, vindication, hopefulness or helplessness. This book aims to help parents and families face up to and deal with 20 difficult questions, and provide clear advice, direction and resources. It will show you practical things you can try and idea for further reading and information to help you and your family. This book is about sport, parenting and family life. Drawing on my experience of working as a clinical & counselling psychologist with children, adults and families experiencing a range of problems, and with sports people and coaches striving for excellence, it will outline practical strategies for living better lives together. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. …

Paperback. Condizione: New.

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. What Sport and Psychology Teach Us About Parenting Its no accident, I think, that tennis uses the language of life. Advantage, service, fault, break, love,the basic elements of tennis are those of everyday existence, because every match is a life in miniature. Andre Agassi Dr. Paul Gaffney has used his experience of working as a clinical and counselling psychologist with children, adults and families experiencing a wide range of problems, and with athletes and coaches striving for excellence, to write this book which will outline practical strategies for living better lives together. The book takes its lead from the stories of inspirational sportspeople and teams. These are supported by, and linked to, psychological knowledge and practice. Sport can reflect all that is good and bad in people. We have seen fabulous success achieved following great dedication, world class performances reflecting incredible skill and a win at all costs attitude leading to, in some cases, cheating and doping. In sport as in life, we can experience the entire rollercoaster of emotions: elation, heartbreak, exhaustion, vindication, hopefulness or helplessness. This book aims to help parents and families face up to and deal with 20 difficult questions, and provide clear advice, direction and resources. It will show you practical things you can try and idea for further reading and information to help you and your family. This book is about sport, parenting and family life. Drawing on my experience of working as a clinical & counselling psychologist with children, adults and families experiencing a range of problems, and with sports people and coaches striving for excellence, it will outline practical strategies for living better lives together. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. …