Mental toughness and athletic coping skills among young adult athletes
Author(s): Sakshi Kalra and Roopali Sharma
Abstract: This study aims to explore the relationship between mental toughness and athletic coping skills among young adult male and female athletes. A total of 100 participants (50 Male and 50 Female), aged 18-25 years, were selected using convenient sampling method. Mental Toughness was assessed using Mental Toughness Questionnaire, and Athletic Coping Skills were measured using the Athletic Coping Skills Inventory (ACSI-28). Results showed that male athletes exhibited significantly higher levels of mental toughness and coping skills compared to female athletes, sting positive correlations were found between Mental Toughness and Athletic Coping Skills in both genders. These findings underscore the importance of integrating psychological training into sports programs to enhance athlete’s resilience and performance.