The psychology of esport

This publication offers a psychological perspective on the dynamically developing field of esports and its professional form – pro-gaming. It provides a comprehensive overview of current findings in the psychology of esports, based on the academic work of psychologists from around the world. This theoretical information is supplemented by the author's practical experience and extensive research in the field.
The core of the book is the author's proposed model of esports performance, which introduces five key factors influencing a player's optimal performance. Each of these factors is elaborated on in theoretical detail and complemented by suggestions for specific approaches and exercises that help players and teams develop the necessary psychological skills to manage these challenges in practice.
The book is intended for players, coaches, parents, and psychologists who want to get involved in esports or become more familiar with the subject. To make the topic easier to navigate, the publication explains what esports is, how it differs from traditional sport, what types of esports games exist, and also offers insight into its global popularity.