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University of Texas of the Permian Basin
KINE 4355.001/PSYC 4389.004.2168
Psychology of Injury
Fall 2016
Tuesday and Thursday 11:00am – 12:15pm
MB 3269
Professor:
Office
Hours:
Required
Text:
Robyn Braun, Ph.D.
Office: MB 3150
Phone: (432) 552-3330
Email: [email protected]
Tuesday and Thursday 12:30pm-2:00pm
Wednesday 10:00am-12:00pm
Pargman, D (2007). Psychological Bases of Sport Injuries (3rd ed.). Morgantown, WV:
Fitness Information Technology.
Supplemental readings will be in electronic copy posted on the Canvas course website.
Course:
Identification and analysis of the psychosocial factors related to the prevention of and
recovery from athletic injuries and the development of counseling and referral skills
needed when working with athletes and others in the sports medicine environment.
Course
Objectives:
PS-C1.0
Explain the psychosocial requirements (i.e., motivation and self-confidence) of various
activities that relate to the readiness of the injured or ill individual to resume
participation.
PS-C2.0
Explain the stress-response model and the psychological and emotional responses to
trauma and forced inactivity.
PS-C3.0
Describe the motivational techniques that the athletic trainer must use during injury
rehabilitation and reconditioning.
PS-C4.0
Describe the basic principles of mental preparation, relaxation, visualization, and
desensitization techniques.
PS-C5.0
Describe the basic principles of general personality traits, associated trait anxiety, locus
of control, and patient and social environment interactions.
PS-C6.0
Explain the importance of providing health care information to patients,
parents/guardians, and others regarding the psychological and emotional well being of
the patient.
PS-C7.0
Describe the roles and function of various community-based health care providers (to
include, but not limited, to: psychologists, counselors, social workers, human resources
personnel) and the accepted protocols that govern the referral of patients to these
professionals.
PS-C8.0
Describe the theories and techniques of interpersonal and cross-cultural communication
among athletic trainers, their patients, and others involved in the health care of the
patient.
PS-C9.0
Explain the basic principles of counseling (discussion, active listening and resolution)
and the various strategies that certified athletic trainers may employ to avoid and
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resolve conflicts among superiors, peers, and subordinates.
PS-C10.0
Identify the symptoms and clinical signs of common eating disorders and the
psychological and sociocultural factors associated with these disorders.
PS-C11.0
Identify and describe the sociological, biological and psychological influences toward
substance abuse, addictive personality traits, the commonly abused substances, the
signs and symptoms associated with the abuse of these substances, and their impact on
an individual's health and physical performance
PS-C12.0
Describe the basic signs and symptoms of mental disorders (psychoses), emotional
disorders (neuroses, depression), or personal/social conflict (family problems,
academic or emotional stress, personal assault or abuse, sexual assault, sexual
harassment), the contemporary personal, school, and community health service
agencies, such as community-based psychological and social support services that treat
these conditions and the appropriate referral procedures for accessing these health
service agencies.
PS-C13.0
Describe the acceptance and grieving processes that follow a catastrophic event and the
need for a psychological intervention and referral plan for all parties affected by the
event.
PS-C14.0
Explain the potential need for psychosocial intervention and referral ...
when dealing with populations requiring special consideration (to include but not
limited to those with exercise-induced asthma, diabetes, seizure disorders, drug
allergies and interactions, unilateral organs, physical and/or mental disability).
PS-C15.0
Describe the psychosocial factors that affect persistent pain perception ...
(i.e., emotional state, locus of control, psychodynamic issues, sociocultural factors, and
personal values and beliefs) and identify multidisciplinary approaches for managing
patients with persistent pain.
PS-CP1.0
Demonstrate the ability to conduct an intervention and make the appropriate referral of
an individual with a suspected substance abuse or other mental health problem.
Effective lines of communication should be established to elicit and convey
information about the patient's status. While maintaining patient confidentiality, all
aspects of the intervention and referral should be documented using standardized
record-keeping methods.
PS-CP2.0
Demonstrate the ability to select and integrate appropriate motivational techniques into
a patient's treatment or rehabilitation program. This includes, but is not limited to,
verbal motivation, visualization, imagery, and/or desensitization. Effective lines of
communication should be established to elicit and convey information about the
techniques. While maintaining patient confidentiality, all aspects of the program should
be documented using standardized record-keeping techniques.
MC-C18.0
Describe and know when to refer common psychological medical disorders from drug
toxicity, physical and emotional stress, and acquired disorders (e.g., substance abuse,
eating disorders/disordered eating, depression, bipolar disorder, seasonal affective
disorder, anxiety disorders, somatoform disorders, personality disorders, abusive
disorders, and addiction).
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Method of
Instruction:
This course will consist of several types of learning experiences including didactic lecture
presentations, written activities, cooperative learning activities, and other active learning
processes. It is estimated that for each hour of class you will spend approximately 3 hours
of outside class time. This is an estimate. Due to outside assignments and readings,
students may need to spend more time than this to meet the course requirements.
List of
Critical
Dates:
Labor Day – No Class: September 5
Last Day to Drop without Penalty: September 9
Last Day to Drop or Withdrawal from Course: October 28
Thanksgiving – No Class: November 23-25
Course Format
Class Requirements:
Grades will be based on the successful completion/submission of three exams, homework assignments,
final group project, and participation/attendance.
Exams (3)
Final Group Project
Case Study Analysis
Tweet of the Week
Participation/Attendance
TOTAL
= 300 points
= 150 points
= 50 points
= 120 points
= 30 points
= 650 points
Participation and Attendance:
In order to participate in class activities students are expected to attend all scheduled class
meetings. Participant is more than attending class. Participation includes but is not limited to:
responding to comments/questions in the classroom, engaging in small group activities, seeking
additional information on class topics from available resources, and/or asking for clarification of
information provided in class materials. If you must miss class it is your responsibility to inform
the instructor as soon as possible. It is also your responsibility to work with other students to
obtain handouts or other materials provided in class during your absence.
Case Study Analysis:
The case analysis is meant to show the student's ability to apply course concepts to a sport injury
scenario. Students are expected to use theories, vocabulary, and models to describe the
components within the case. The case should be written in clear and concise language that shows
the student's ability to synthesize course material. More details will be provided at a later date.
Tweet of the Week:
Twitter asks one question, “What’s happening?” A similar concept will be applied to this course,
to allow you to reflect on what you learned in class each week. Learning about the psychology of
injury and successfully applying it in a professional practice are two different matters. Tweet of
the week is designed to allow you to spend time thinking about what the various topics mean to
you in addition to allowing you to actively analyze how to incorporate this knowledge into
practice.
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You are to post a paragraph (approximately 200 words) summarizing what each week’s topic
means to you, how you can use the knowledge to guide your future professional practice and
relate it to a current sport situation. Tweets should be posted on the discussion board in Canvas
before Sunday at 11:59pm CST of each week. You will also be expected to react to at least one
other student’s tweet (approximately 50 words). There will be a total of 15 Tweets, however,
your three lowest scores will be dropped at the end of the semester. Each Tweet is worth 10
points for a total of 120 points.
Examinations:
There will be four tests during the semester, however, the lowest test score will be dropped. These chapter
tests cover material from lectures as well as textbook information that may or may not have been
specifically covered during classes. You are expected to be in class on time for exams. Exams will not
be given to late students after the first completed exam has been turned in. If you arrive after the first
exam has been turned in, you will not be allowed to take the exam. Students will not be allowed to
make-up or retake any exam unless prior notification has been received before the scheduled exam
time. Students must speak directly to this instructor before the scheduled exam if an absence is to
be granted or an exam is to be missed. If an excused absence is granted, appropriate accommodations
will be offered for making up the exam. Exam dates are subject to change.
Final Examination:
There is no final examination in this course. Instead there is a final group project. The final group projects
will be presented during the regularly scheduled final exam period for this course.
Final Group Project:
Students will be assigned to groups of 4-5 students and asked to create a poster presentation on
psychological aspects of sport injury topic. For this project, you will use a tri-fold posterboard to display
your information. The poster presentation should incorporate information from the textbook and outside
materials (articles, other textbooks, etc.). You will be graded on the following:

The content of your topic

Organization

Your presentation and your capability to discuss your topic

Visual appeal of your poster

Participation in the project (graded by your partners)
Grading:
Grades will be determined by the total points accumulated in each of the above areas. The grading scale
will be based on the number of total points earned as follows:
A
B
C
D
F
585 - 6050 points
520 - 584 points
455 - 519 points
390 - 454 points
Below 389 points
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Policies
General Rules of the Class:

All late assignments will have an automatic 20% deduction. I will not accept assignments that are
over one week late. The exams are an exception to the 20% reduction.

If you are not in class you may not make-up and in class assignment or activity.

All work submitted must be typed, double-spaced in 12-point Times New Roman font with
standard margins (1 inch top and bottom, 1 inch left and right). American Psychological
Association referencing must be used. Work submitted in any other format will not be accepted.

Make a copy of all papers submitted in class in case papers are stolen, or misplaced.

All work must be turned-in in hard copy format. No e-mail submissions will be accepted.

Exams are only given on the scheduled date. A missed in-class exam due to an excused absence
(third party documentation) will be made up at a time arranged with the instructor. The instructor
must be notified 24 hours prior to the exam.

Student needing forms to be signed must meet the instructor before or after class.
Expectations/Attendance:
You are expected to:
 Attend class: You are expected to arrive on time, be present for the entire class period, and not
pack up or leave early. Attendance will be taken every time we meet. If you are not present
when attendance is taken, you will not receive credit for being present, even though you may
have been “present” for part of class and completed the entire activity. There are no such things
as “tardies.”
 Come prepared for class: Bring all materials you will need for class, including your textbook,
homework, paper, and a writing instrument (e.g., pen, pencil). Check the course schedule for
any other materials (e.g., a hard copy turn-in) that you must have with you on a specific day.
Being prepared includes completing and turning in all out-of-class assignments on time.
Completing all readings before class. Being prepared to discuss and apply topics in class.
 Be engaged in class: Speak up and become involved in each class; participate fully in class
activities and discussions.
 Communicate professionally: Be respectful, and use polite, professional language. This
includes email. Provide solutions whenever possible. If you feel that you have a problem with a
colleague or with me, wait until you are alone with that person to discuss it. Ask for a time to
meet to share your concern, and then share it using words such as "I feel frustrated," etc.). If
you have any concerns regarding this class, please arrange a time to meet with me outside of
class hours.
Netiquette:
Students must act in a professional manner in all interactions, including verbal and written
communication. Internet technology has provided many new opportunities for communication. Even
with the best of intentions, misunderstandings frequently occur in all forms of communication. Email,
however, is particularly prone to miscommunication and misuse. The following are required
netiquette guidelines for which students in this course will be held accountable:
 Use common courtesy.
 Avoid offensive or threatening language of any kind.
 Never insult or criticize via email.
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 Be responsive, not reactive. If you have strong emotions about a subject consider another
form of communication besides email. Direct communication is usually better in these
situations.
 Separate fact from opinion in order to promote clear understanding.
 Take time to proof and spell check. You will often be judged on your
professionalism even through your emails.
Think three times: before you write, after you write and before you send.
Academic Dishonesty:
Information regarding scholastic dishonesty can be found on the UTPB website under Dean of Students.
The URL is http://ss.utpb.edu/dean-of-students/scholastic-dishonesty/
Examples of scholastic dishonesty include: (1) copying the answers to another student's quiz or essay
examination and submitting all or part of it as if it were your own (cheating); (2) obtaining any other
person's work and submitting all or part of it as if it were your own (plagiarism); (3) collaborating with
another person in preparing a test or an assignment (cheating).
Scholastic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, collusion, the submission for
credit of any work or materials that are attributable in whole or in part to another person, and any act
designed to give unfair advantage to a student or the attempt to commit such acts. Plagiarism means the
appropriation, buying, receiving as a gift, or obtaining by any means another’s work and the
unacknowledged submission or incorporation of it in one’s own written work offered for credit. In this
course, you need to be particularly mindful of the rules surrounding plagiarism when doing your research
papers. If you have any questions or concerns regarding what is or is not scholastic dishonesty, especially
plagiarism, ask your instructor.
Scholastic dishonesty will result in a grade penalty and may result in a grade of "F" in the course. I do
file scholastic dishonesty charges with the Vice President of Student Services.
Digital Courtesy:
Cellular telephones should be on vibrate or silent mode during class to ensure an interruption-free class.
Talking or texting on the phone while in class is not permitted. Only phone calls considered to constitute
emergencies should be taken during class, and then you are expected to leave the classroom to talk.
Excessive phone use during class may result in a reduction in course grade. Text messaging and the
taking of pictures while in class are not permitted. Violators will be asked to leave the class.
ADA Policy:
Any student who feels that he or she may require assistance for any type of physical or learning disability
should consult with the instructor as soon as possible. To request academic accommodations for a
disability contact Leticia Madrid, Director of the PASS Office in the Mesa Building Room 1160, 432552-2631 or email [email protected]. Students are required to provide documentation of disability to
the PASS Office prior to receiving accommodations.
Incomplete Grades:
Only in exceptional circumstances will I assign a grade of “I” – incomplete. The student must request the
incomplete grade and present evidence supporting the request. Students who have not completed most (at
least 75%) of the course work will not be granted additional time to complete the course requirements.
According to the UTPB Catalog “A grade of I…is reported when students have not met all requirements
of a courses by the end of the semester and the instructor considers the allowance of additional time to
complete course requirement justified.” For the entire policy, please refer to the UTPB Catalog.
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Student Support Services
SERVICE
CONTACT
ADA
Accommodation/Support
Testing Services & Academic Accommodations Department
(432) 552-2630
http://www.utpb.edu/academics/undergraduate-success/TSAAD
Advising
UTPB E-Advisor at http://cas.utpb.edu/academic-advisingcenter/e-advisor/
Bookstore
(432) 552-0220
http://www.bkstr.com/texas-permianbasinstore/home
Email, Outlook 365,
my.utpb.edu
Information Resources Service http://www.utpb.edu/services/ird
Financial Aid and
Scholarship
(432) 552-2620
http://www.utpb.edu/campus-life/financial-aid
Library
(432) 552-2370
The J. Conrad Dunagan Library Online at http://library.utpb.edu/
Registrar
(432) 552-2635
http://www.utpb.edu/services/academic-affairs/office-of-theregistrar
Student Services
http://www.utpb.edu/campus-life/dean-of-students
Technical Support
Canvas 1-866-437-0867
https://guides.instructure.com/
Tutoring & Learning
Resources
If you are taking courses through UTPB the following links
provide services: Smarthinking Online Tutoring (provides
tutoring services), SmarterMeasure (measures learner readiness
for online course).
http://www.utpb.edu/online/reach/smarthinking-online-tutoring
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TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
**This schedule is tentative and may be modified**
August
25
Welcome, Course Syllabus
30
Introduction Lecture
September 1
October
Introduction Section
Antecedents and Predictors of Psychological Response to Injury Chapter 1 pp 5-9
Chapter 3 pp39-42; 46-47
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Personality Correlates
Chapter 4
8
Patient-Practitioner Interactions
Chapter 5
13
Modeling in Injury Rehab
Chapter 6
15
Exam 1
20
Psychosocial Consideration/Goal Setting
Chapter 7
22
Psychosocial Consideration/Goal Setting
Chapter 7
27
Relaxation and Imagery in Rehab.
Chapter 8
29
Self-Talk in Rehab
4
Social Support
6
Exam 2
11
Counseling Athletes with Permanent Injuries
Chapter 11
13
Psych. Assistance to College Student-Athletes
Chapter 9
18
Assessing and Monitoring Injuries
Chapter 10
20
Using Counseling Groups
Chapter 12
25
Collaborative Relationships
Chapter 13
27
Exam 3
November 1
Reading on Canvas
Reading on Canvas/Chapter 14
Substance Use/Abuse
TBD
3
Suicide in Sport
Chapter 15
8
Ethical and Legal Issues for Sports Professionals
Chapter 16
10
Pain
Chapter 17
15
Matching Psychological Strategies with Physical Rehab
Chapter 18
17
Shades of Grey A Sport Psychology with an Athlete
Chapter 19
8
22
Exam 4
24
Thanksgiving Break – No Class
29
Case Study Analysis
December 1
6
TBD
Work Day
Poster Presentation
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