Diversity Characteristics and Experiences of Discrimination in Certified Mental Performance Consultants

The purpose of the present study was to explore diversity characteristics and experiences of discrimination in certified mental-performance consultants (CMPCs). The results of a questionnaire ( N  = 260) indicated that CMPCs remain a rather homogeneous population (>80% White, heterosexual, and ab...

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Published in:The Sport psychologist 2019-09, Vol.33 (3), p.228-231
Main Authors: McCarver, Zachary, Anderson, Shelby, Vosloo, Justine, Harenberg, Sebastian
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:The purpose of the present study was to explore diversity characteristics and experiences of discrimination in certified mental-performance consultants (CMPCs). The results of a questionnaire ( N  = 260) indicated that CMPCs remain a rather homogeneous population (>80% White, heterosexual, and able-bodied). Female and non-White consultants were significantly more likely to experience discrimination in the field. The findings indicate that minorities remain underrepresented among CMPCs. In addition, the profession is in need of interventional strategies to prevent experiences of discrimination in applied sport psychology.
ISSN:0888-4781
1543-2793
DOI:10.1123/tsp.2018-0126