I. Introduction: Meaning and relevance of the chapter topic (approximately 1 to 3 manuscript pages)
a. Explain topic in general, yet practical, terms
b. Highlight the relevance of the topic to clinical sport psychology practitioners and/or researchers
c. Include references to topical events involving athletes or brief clinical examples if possible
II. Main Sections: Detailed review and evaluation of the existing literature (approximately 10 to 12 manuscript pages total)
a. Summarize what researchers and practitioners have had to say about the topic so far (break into subdomains as warranted by the topic)
i. Identify and explain methods or theories that have been used in understanding or researching the topic
ii. Summarize and compare/contrast findings (as needed)
b. Consider the status of the current knowledge base
i. Identify the major gaps or limitations of existing theories, methods, and findings
ii. Explain the relevance of current findings for practitioners and researchers
iii. Discuss ways that sport psychologists have addressed clinical and research problems or dilemmas for which data are lacking (case examples are welcome here)
III. Final Section: Future directions and conclusion (approximately 3 to 5 manuscript pages)
a. Discuss important future directions
i. Note developments/trends that are emerging in the field
ii. Identify additional efforts that are needed
iii. Describe what new developments in the area might mean for athletes, coaches, and other sport populations
b. Provide a high-level summary of the material presented thus far and its implications for practice and research (as a conclusion)
IV. References
Figures/Tables: Up to 3 tables or figures could be included. Please present in APA style and provide captions as needed.