A Comparative Study of Selected Mental Health of Different Games among Various Training Centers of Chhattisgarh
Author : Kuwar Praveen Singh and Dr. Shalini Menon
Abstract :
A total of 60 subjects (15 from each game) were selected using purposive sampling. Standardized tools, namely the Mental Toughness Questionnaire (MTQ) and Rosenberg Self-esteem Scale (RSES), were used for data collection. The statistical techniques applied included descriptive statistics and Two-way ANOVA. The results revealed significant differences in mental toughness and self-esteem among different games and training centers. It was concluded that psychological factors vary based on the type of sport and training environment. From the data, it is evident that basketball players from Rajnandgaon have the highest mean score of mental toughness (Mean = 204.20, SD = 16.47), indicating superior psychological strength compared to other groups. However, the relatively high standard deviation suggests greater variability in their scores. Archery players from Raipur show the second-highest mental toughness (Mean = 193.13, SD = 9.91), reflecting a consistently strong level of mental resilience with moderate variability. Hockey players from Rajnandgaon (Mean = 189.46, SD = 11.87) demonstrate moderate mental toughness, slightly lower than archery players but still relatively high, with a moderate spread of scores. In contrast, volleyball players from Raipur have the lowest mean score (Mean = 177.93, SD = 8.26), indicating comparatively lower mental toughness among the groups studied. Their lower standard deviation suggests that their scores are more consistent but clustered at a lower level.
Keywords :
Mental Toughness, Self-Esteem, Athletes, Training Centers.
