The development and maintenance of mental toughness: Perceptions of elite performers
@article{Connaughton2008TheDA, title={The development and maintenance of mental toughness: Perceptions of elite performers}, author={Declan Connaughton and Ross Wadey and Sheldon Hanton and Graham R. Jones}, journal={Journal of Sports Sciences}, year={2008}, volume={26}, pages={83 - 95} }
Abstract Seven participants from a previous study (Jones, Hanton, & Connaughton, 2002) agreed to be interviewed about the development of mental toughness. We also aimed to determine whether mental toughness requires maintenance. Semi-structured interviews were conducted to elicit the participants' perceptions of how mental toughness is cultivated and retained. Findings indicated that the development of mental toughness is a long-term process that encompasses a multitude of underlying mechanisms…
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