Graduation Year
2023
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Type
Dissertation/Thesis
Degree Name
Doctor in Psychology (Psy. D.)
Abstract
The current project aimed to analyze the potential that Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Training (DBT-ST) could have on the student-athlete population. The project necessitated a research exploration of both DBT and sports psychology treatment. This was accomplished by searching Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) Library’s extensive databases, such as Academic Search Complete, PsycINFO, SportDISCUS, and Psycharticles. Considerations are discussed on athlete-specific concerns, such as stigma, athlete cultural views on mental health, eating disorders, coping through injury, and performance anxiety. Current sport psychology interventions are reviewed, and they are compared with the efficacy of DBT treatment literature. Similarities in sport psychology interventions and DBT-ST are drawn on to point future researchers towards studying DBT-ST and its effectiveness in treating athlete concerns. The research discussed is then used to create a framework for an adapted DBT skills training group for athletes.
Faculty Mentor
Melinda Moore, PhD
Department Affiliation
Psychology
Committee Member
Michael McClellan, PhD
Department Affiliation
Psychology
Committee Member
Theresa Botts, PhD
Department Affiliation
Psychology
Copyright
2023 John P. Ferraro
Recommended Citation
Ferraro, John P., "Dialectical Behavior Therapy application efficacy in the world of an athlete: Addressing special considerations" (2023). Psychology Doctoral Specialization Projects. 33.
https://encompass.eku.edu/psych_doctorals/33
