How does psychology correlate with and have an impact on decision making process in outdoor leadership

Abstract

This thesis will explore the psychological factors influencing decision making process among outdoor leaders, with a particular emphasis on technical, tactical, physical and psychological (TTPP) models. While all the components of the TTPP model are crusial for leaders, coaches and instructors, the psychological component recieves less attention. This thesis will address the gap by planning and executing a small sea kayak expedition in Norway for 360North, with a focus on the psychological aspects of decision-making within the outdoor community.I have focused on Heuristic traps and Dragons. After the practical expedition to Norway, surveys and interviews, I have gatherd some important information. The top four results for the heuristic traps which effects leaders more included; familiarity, commitment, acceptance and expert halo. The practical expedition gave a me a good oppurtunity to discuss the psychological concepts in outdoor leadership.