نوع مقاله : سخن سردبیر
نویسنده
گروه علوم ورزشی دانشکده علوم انسانی دانشگاه قم، قم، ایران
چکیده
کلیدواژهها
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عنوان مقاله [English]
نویسنده [English]
Objective: In recent years, sport psychology has shifted from a primary focus on laboratory findings toward real-world practical applications. However, the gap between research and practice remains one of the field's main challenges.
This letter to the editor aims to highlight recent advances based on the articles published in Issue 2026 (9):1 of the journal Functional Studies in Sport Psychology and to offer suggestions for better integration of research and applied interventions.
Method: The content of this issue—including empirical studies, critical reviews, and editorials by Iranian and international researchers—was analyzed and reflected upon.
Findings: The articles in this issue demonstrate the effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral interventions, self-talk, and high-intensity interval training on decision-making, as well as the role of cross-cultural factors in athletic performance. Attention to the mental health of amateur athletes and executive functions in older adults are also strengths of this collection.
Conclusion: To bridge the gap between research and practice, it is suggested that future issues of the journal include implementation case studies, longitudinal replication studies, and validation of emerging technologies (virtual reality, biofeedback) in non-Western contexts.
کلیدواژهها [English]
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