Abstract
In this paper, we examine the account-making model of Harvey, Weber, and Orbuch (1990) as a framework for understanding negative reactions to retirement from competitive sport. Theoretical aspects of the model are first summarized, and a case study is then presented to illustrate the central role of account-making in the adjustment process for an Olympic gold medallist. We conclude by suggesting ways that sport psychology consultants can facilitate account-making and thereby help athletes to cope with distressful reactions to retirement.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 52-67 |
| Number of pages | 16 |
| Journal | Sport Psychologist |
| Volume | 12 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 1998 |
| Externally published | Yes |
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Grove, J. R., Lavallee, D., Gordon, S., & Harvey, J. H. (1998). Account-making: a model for understanding and resolving distressful reactions to retirement from sport. Sport Psychologist, 12(1), 52-67. https://doi.org/10.1123/tsp.12.1.52