Children’s Perceptions of Cohesion
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Authors
Martin, Luc J.
Carron, Albert V.
Eys, Mark A.
Lougheed, Todd M.
Date
2016-05-27
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journal article
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en
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Cohesion , Children , Sports , Group Integration , Individual Attraction
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The general purpose of the two studies reported here was to examine perceptions of team cohesiveness in children aged 9 to 12 years. In Study 1, focus groups were used to examine individual perceptions of cohesion from the perspective of group integration – the group as a totality. In Study 2, open-ended questionnaires were used to examine individual perceptions of cohesion from the perspective of individual attractions to the group. The results showed that children as young as nine years understand the phenomenon known as cohesion. They can discuss the group as a totality, the characteristics of cohesive and non-cohesive teams, and identify the major factors attracting them to and maintaining their involvement in the group. Also, the ability to clearly distinguish between task and social cohesion is present.
The results provide insight into the world of child sport and emphasise the importance of group cohesion, affiliation, and other social constructs in children’s involvement and adherence to sport groups
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2396-961X
1745-4980
1745-4980