Background Narratives of recovery from mental health distress have played a central role in
the establishment of the recovery paradigm within mental health policy and practice. As use …

OBJECTIVES: This article seeks to expand our understanding on narrative and the analysis
of stories within the domain of sport and exercise psychology. Its intention is to describe, and …

Qualitative forms of inquiry are a dynamic and exciting area within contemporary research in
sport, exercise and health. Students and researchers at all levels are now expected to …

Research Methods for Sports Studies is a comprehensive, engaging and practical textbook
that provides a grounding in qualitative and quantitative research for students studying …

Purpose: Why should a researcher engage in qualitative research? To map, to critique or to
create social change? What are the ethical considerations? What kinds of qualitative …

Our aim in this invited commentary is to stimulate discussion among sport psychology
researchers and practitioners regarding the unique developmental challenges and …

Background: A growing body of literature indicates that physical activity can have beneficial
effects on mental health. However, previous research has mainly focussed on clinical …

Sport and physical activity is an area of study that is, as Brustad (2009) notes, particularly
suited to qualitative research. There has, undoubtedly, been a significant growth in interest …

Social exclusion is one of the most pressing challenges in post-industrial societies,
encompassing economic, social, cultural and political dimensions. This important new book …

Abstract Objectives To explore:(i) How elite and professional sport culture might steer
individuals towards particular stories, identities, and actions;(ii) How athletes navigate or …