SPORTS PSYCHOLOGY AND ITS ROLE IN DESIGNING CHILDREN'S PLAYGROUNDS FOR DEVELOPMENTAL SUPPORT

Аннотация

This article examines the role of sports psychology in designing children’s playgrounds to support developmental needs. Sports psychology, typically associated with athletic performance, offers valuable insights into motivation, resilience, and social interaction that can be translated into playground design. This interdisciplinary approach aims to create play environments that not only promote physical activity but also cater to the psychological and social development of children. The article explores how principles of sports psychology can be integrated into playground design to enhance cognitive development, emotional well-being, and social skills in children. KEYWORDS Sports psychology, Playground design, Child development, Motivation, Resilience, Social interaction, Cognitive development, Emotional well-being.