Thelma S. Horn
4 books
About the Author
Thelma S. Horn, Ph.D., is a distinguished scholar and professor emerita in the field of sport and exercise psychology, with a career spanning over four decades dedicated to exploring the psychological dimensions of athletic performance and physical activity. Holding a doctorate from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, she has held faculty positions at prestigious institutions, including Miami University in Ohio, where she directed the Sport Psychology Laboratory and mentored countless students and researchers. Horn's work bridges theory and practice, examining topics such as motivation, self-perceptions, and social influences in sports, making complex psychological concepts accessible to athletes, coaches, and educators alike. As editor of the seminal volume Advances in Sport and Exercise Psychology, she has shaped the discourse in the discipline, contributing to its evolution through rigorous scholarship and collaborative efforts. Her insights continue to inspire advancements in how we understand and enhance human performance in physical endeavors.
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