Exploration of organizational stressors in Indian elite female athletes

Sohal, D., Gervis, M. and Rhind, D. (2013) Exploration of organizational stressors in Indian elite female athletes. International Journal of Sport Psychology, 44 (6). pp. 565-585. doi: 10.7352/IJSP.2013.44.565

Abstract/Summary

Research on experiences of Indian athletes is limited. This is the first study that explored the organizational stressors experienced by Indian elite female athletes and the impact on their psychological well-being. Ten participants were interviewed on their experiences with sport organizations in preparation for international tournaments. Drawing on Arnold and Fletcherâ