2024, Vol. 11, Issue 6, Part C
A comparative study of sportsperson and non-sportsperson about certain selected psychological correlates
Author(s): Saoni Goswami and Arundhati Biswas
Abstract:The influence of sports culture on modern society is substantial, and engaging in sports can have a profound impact on a child's growth. This research investigates the distinctions between individuals involved in sports and those not in terms of Aggression, Hope, Self-efficacy, Optimism, and Resilience. The study involved 60 participants aged 18 to 31, selected using purposive sampling, with 30 individuals engaged in sports and 30 not involved, comprising 20 males and 10 females in each group. The Buss and Perry Aggression Questionnaire (BPAQ) was used to measure four types of aggression: physical aggression, verbal aggression, anger, and hostility. The Psychological Capital Questionnaire evaluated self-efficacy, optimism, hope, and resilience. The findings revealed that individuals engaged in sports demonstrated significantly higher scores in verbal aggression, hope, and resilience (p<0.05), while no notable variances were observed in physical aggression, anger, hostility, hope, and optimism. The results indicate that there are differences in verbal aggression, hope, and resilience between individuals who participate in sports and those who do not. This research emphasizes the unique psychological characteristics that are cultivated through engaging in sports.
DOI: 10.22271/kheljournal.2024.v11.i6c.3588Pages: 163-170 | 508 Views 404 DownloadsDownload Full Article: Click Here
How to cite this article:
Saoni Goswami, Arundhati Biswas.
A comparative study of sportsperson and non-sportsperson about certain selected psychological correlates. Int J Phys Educ Sports Health 2024;11(6):163-170. DOI:
https://doi.org/10.22271/kheljournal.2024.v11.i6c.3588