Sports Motivation in Adolescents: The Role of Family and Coach in Sport Psychology

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  • Cătălina Stanciu GALATI

Keywords:

sports motivation, sport psychology, adolescents, family, coach, psychological techniques

Abstract

Sports motivation in adolescents is a complex psychological construct influenced by family dynamics and relationships with coaches. International and Romanian studies indicate that psychological interventions targeting emotional support, self-regulation, and the motivational climate can increase intrinsic motivation and reduce the risk of sports dropout or competition-related stress. This article explores the role of family and coach in shaping young athletes’ motivation and integrates empirical evidence, intervention techniques, and results from specialized literature.

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Published

2026-02-27

How to Cite

Stanciu, C. (2026). Sports Motivation in Adolescents: The Role of Family and Coach in Sport Psychology. New Trends in Psychology, 8(1), 99–102. Retrieved from https://dj.univ-danubius.ro/index.php/NTP/article/view/3800

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Vol. 8 No. 1 (2026)

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