Exploring gender-based psychological profiles in Malaysian sub-elite athletes

Muhammad Noor Hizami Hamidi and Shamsulariffin Samsudin and Hairul Anuar Hashim and Mohd Rozilee Wazir Norjali Wazir and Geok, Soh Kim and Roxana Dev Omar Dev (2025) Exploring gender-based psychological profiles in Malaysian sub-elite athletes. International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), 9. pp. 1361-1370. ISSN 2454-6186

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Abstract

This research investigated gender differences in the psychological profiles of Malaysian sub-elite athletes, concentrating on emotional intelligence, mental toughness, mood states, and sports anxiety. A total of 228 student-athletes (146 men and 82 females) from the Malaysian National Sports School engaged in the study via a cross-sectional survey methodology. Standardized tools were employed to evaluate the specified psychological characteristics, and independent sample t-tests were performed to ascertain gender differences. The results indicated that male athletes exhibited markedly elevated levels of dedication, confidence, and focus, but female athletes had heightened levels of anxiety and concentration disturbance. No notable discrepancies were detected in the aspects of emotional intelligence or in mood states, including wrath and perplexity. The findings underscore gender-specific psychological strengths and weaknesses influenced by cultural expectations, social upbringing, and sports contexts. These observations underscore the necessity for culturally attuned and gender-specific psychological treatments in sports environments to improve athlete performance and mental health. Future study should utilize longitudinal and mixed methods approaches to investigate the developmental trajectories of psychological attributes in varied sports groups.

Item Type:	Article
Keyword:	Emotional Intelligence, Mental Toughness, Mood State, Sports Anxiety, Sub-elite Athletes, Gender Differences, Sports Psychology
Subjects:	G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GV Recreation Leisure > GV557-1198.995 Sports
Department:	FACULTY > Faculty of Psychology and Education
Depositing User:	SITI AZIZAH BINTI IDRIS -
Date Deposited:	22 Aug 2025 10:06
Last Modified:	22 Aug 2025 10:06
URI:	https://eprints.ums.edu.my/id/eprint/45048

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