The Profile of Mood States (POMS) is a psychometric instrument frequently used by sports psychologists to evaluate the mental health and emotional status of competitive athletes.
Outline the key research by Morgan (1979) on the 'Iceberg Profile' shown in the diagram.
Explain what the 'Iceberg Profile' tells us about the relationship between personality, mood states, and athletic performance, and discuss how sports coaching staff might practically apply or misuse these findings.
