Abstract
This study presents a systematic literature review of research evaluating components of athletic identity in participating NCAA Division I, II, and III athletes. Publications were gathered from six databases: APA PsycINFO, APA PsycARTICLES, CINAHL Plus with Full Text, ERIC, MEDLINE, and SPORTDiscus. 26 records met the criteria for inclusion. Four themes were analyzed in the research: academic factors, demographic factors, sport-specific factors, and psychological factors. Study limitations and recommendations for future research are assessed, such as challenges associated with self-report instruments and benefits of employing a longitudinal research design. Recommendations for practitioners and staff are also discussed.
Thesis Completion
2023
Semester
Summer
Thesis Chair/Advisor
Fisher, Thomas J.
Degree
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
College
College of Sciences
Department
Psychology
Language
English
Access Status
Open Access
Release Date
8-15-2023
Recommended Citation
Torres, Alana C., "Components of Athletic Identity in Participating NCAA Athletes: Academic, Demographic, Sport, and Psychological Considerations" (2023). Honors Undergraduate Theses. 1478.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/honorstheses/1478