One sports psychologist wanted to carry out a biographical study by writing and recording the experiences of a hockey legend. This is an example of a _________ approach.

Correct option is C

A narrative study is a qualitative research approach that focuses on collecting and analyzing individuals' personal stories and experiences. This approach is commonly used to document biographical accounts and life histories, making it the most suitable method for studying the experiences of a hockey legend.

Information Booster:
Key features of a narrative study include:
    -Recording personal stories and life experiences.
    -Emphasizing chronological order of events in an individual’s life.
    -Focusing on the subjective experiences of a person It helps in understanding personal perspectives, emotions, and experiences over time.
    -Autoethnography is a subset where researchers document their own experiences.

Additional Information:
-Phenomenology explores individuals' experiences of a phenomenon.
-Ethnography studies cultural or social groups over time.
-Grounded Theory develops new theories based on emerging data rather than studying personal experiences or cultural aspects directly.