Much of the Research on the Effects of Playing Interscholastic

question 57

Multiple Choice

Much of the research on the effects of playing interscholastic sports has been confusing because researchers

• A)were never athletes themselves and don't understand athlete experiences.
• B)athletes often refuse to provide information about their sport participation.
• C)have not studied the identities of those who play on school teams.
• D)don't understand how sports change the culture of high schools.

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Definitions:

Hippocampus

a part of the brain involved in the formation of new memories and is associated with learning and emotions.

Stereotype Threat

The risk of confirming negative stereotypes about one's group, which can have a detrimental effect on performance and behavior.

Stereotype Lift

A phenomenon wherein individuals from non-stereotyped groups perform better in situations where their counterparts are negatively stereotyped.

Stigma Consciousness

The awareness or sensitivity to the stigma one might face based on an attribute, identity, or status, affecting how one navigates social interactions and perceives oneself.