Psychopathological symptoms in soccer referees: the role of psychological inflexibility and perfectionism.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Refereeing is associated with a high prevalence of mental health issues. Mental health problems are quite common in sport and referees are no exception. In the case of referees, psychological disorders have been associated with a number of factors and lower league officials appear more likely to experience psychological distress compared to their higher league counterparts.

Aim

The aim is to analyze the relationship between psychological inflexibility, perfectionism, and psychopathological symptomatology in soccer officials.

Method

A cross-sectional, anonymous, online study was conducted. Psychopathological symptoms were assessed using the Symptom Assessment-45 Questionnaire; the Acceptance and Action Questionnaire was used to assess psychological inflexibi

SUBMITTER: Arbinaga F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12352424 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature