False Confidence and Behavioral-Psychological Balance and Their Relationship with Rational and Irrational Thoughts among Futsal Players

Authors

Sherin Laibi Manati, Directorate of Education – Third Rusafa, Department of Sports and Scouting ActivitiesFollow
Aseel Naji Fahd, Al-Mustansiriyah University, College of Physical Education and Sports SciencesFollow
Sundus Burhan Adham, Al-Muthanna University, College of Physical Education and Sports SciencesFollow

Abstract

This study aimed to examine the levels of false confidence, behavioural psychological balance, and rational and irrational thoughts, as well as to investigate the relationships among these variables in futsal players. To achieve this objective, the researchers developed scales for measuring false confidence and behavioural psychological balance, while the standardized scale for rational and irrational thoughts, developed by Aseel Naji, was adopted for use in the current research. The researchers employed the descriptive method using a correlational approach, as it was deemed the most appropriate for the nature and objectives of the study. The research population consisted of players from Iraqi futsal clubs during the 2024--2025 season, representing the following teams: Al-Sharqiya, Al-Janoub, Amanat Baghdad, Al-Intidhar, Alayat Al-Shurta, Naft Al-Basra, Baladiyat Al-Basra, Al-Hashd Al-Shaabi, Al-Shurta, Al-Murur, Naft Al-Wasat, Misafi Al-Wasat, Al-Thafar, Shabab Al-Basri, Gazi Al-Janoub, and Al-Jaysh. The total number of participants included in the research sample was 224 players from these official clubs. After collecting the data, the researchers analyzed it using the SPSS statistical software package. The findings revealed that behavioural psychological balance had a significantly positive influence on the level of rational thinking, contributing to players' ability to make more precise and consistent decisions under pressure. Based on these findings, the researchers recommended the implementation of structured training programs that raise players' awareness of the risks associated with false confidence, emphasizing the use of objective and continuous feedback to enhance self-awareness, psychological regulation, and performance consistency. and this achieves one of the sustainable development goals of the United Nations in Iraq which is (Quality Education).

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Recommended Citation

Manati, Sherin Laibi; Fahd, Aseel Naji; and Adham, Sundus Burhan (2025) "False Confidence and Behavioral-Psychological Balance and Their Relationship with Rational and Irrational Thoughts among Futsal Players," Modern Sport: Vol. 24: Iss. 3, Article 11.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54702/2708-3454.2082