The mean personality scores based on responses to the Adjective Check List by 28 competitive skiers were compared with those for 32 amateurs to evaluate psychological characteristics of both groups (ages ranged from 18 to 26 years). Analysis gave significant differences only for six of 37 scales. In comparison with amateurs, competitors showed more need for achievement, dominance, endurance, exhibition, self-confidence and a more positive Ideal Self.
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