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The psychology of doping
Anne-Marie Elbe1, Vassilis Barkoukis2
1University of Copenhagen, Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports (NEXS), Nørre Allé 51, DK-2200 Copenhagen N, Denmark.
Current Opinion in Psychology
|August 17, 2017
Summary
Understanding the psychological factors behind sports doping is crucial for prevention. This paper reviews doping prevalence, measurement methods, and theoretical approaches to combat this growing issue in sports.
Area of Science:
- Sports Psychology
- Doping Prevention
Background:
- Doping is a significant issue in both elite and recreational sports.
- Understanding psychological drivers is key to effective prevention strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the prevalence and measurement of doping in sports.
- To discuss theoretical approaches explaining doping behavior.
- To provide recommendations for measurement, prevention, and future research.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of doping prevalence.
- Analysis of measurement approaches for doping behavior.
- Discussion of integrative theoretical models of doping.
Main Results:
- Evidence on doping prevalence and measurement is presented.
- Psychological factors underlying doping use are discussed through theoretical frameworks.
- Suggestions for improved measurement and prevention are outlined.
Conclusions:
- Effective doping prevention requires a deep understanding of psychological factors.
- Future research should focus on refining measurement and prevention strategies.
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