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Sports-Based Interventions for Youth Mental Health

by Emily Taylor 1,*
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Emily Taylor
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FSPH  2023 5(1):36; https://doi.org/10.69610/j.fsph.20230223
Received: 4 January 2023 / Accepted: 20 January 2023 / Published Online: 23 February 2023
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Abstract

The present study investigates the efficacy of sports-based interventions in promoting youth mental health. With the increasing prevalence of mental health issues among adolescents, there is a growing need for effective preventive strategies. This review synthesizes evidence from empirical studies to assess how sports-based programs can contribute to mental well-being. The analysis highlights that participation in sports can serve as a means to enhance cognitive functions, reduce stress, and promote positive social interactions. Findings suggest that these interventions are particularly beneficial for young individuals who face adversity or have a history of mental health challenges. Moreover, the review underscores the importance of tailored approaches that consider individual differences and the specific context in which the sports-based interventions are implemented. Overall, the evidence indicates that sports-based interventions are a viable and promising strategy for supporting youth mental health.

Keywords: Sports-based interventions; Youth mental health; Preventive strategies; Cognitive functions; Social interactions.;
Copyright: © 2023 by Taylor. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY) (Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License). The use, distribution or reproduction in other forums is permitted, provided the original author(s) or licensor are credited and that the original publication in this journal is cited, in accordance with accepted academic practice. No use, distribution or reproduction is permitted which does not comply with these terms.
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Taylor, E. (2023). Sports-Based Interventions for Youth Mental Health. Frontiers of Sports & Public Health, 5(1), 36. doi:10.69610/j.fsph.20230223
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Taylor, E. Sports-Based Interventions for Youth Mental Health. Frontiers of Sports & Public Health, 2023, 5, 36. doi:10.69610/j.fsph.20230223
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Taylor E. Sports-Based Interventions for Youth Mental Health. Frontiers of Sports & Public Health; 2023, 5(1):36. doi:10.69610/j.fsph.20230223
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Taylor, Emily 2023. "Sports-Based Interventions for Youth Mental Health" Frontiers of Sports & Public Health 5, no.1:36. doi:10.69610/j.fsph.20230223

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Taylor E. Sports-Based Interventions for Youth Mental Health. Frontiers of Sports & Public Health; 2023, 5(1):36. doi:10.69610/j.fsph.20230223
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Taylor, Emily 2023. "Sports-Based Interventions for Youth Mental Health" Frontiers of Sports & Public Health 5, no.1:36. doi:10.69610/j.fsph.20230223
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Taylor, E. (2023). Sports-Based Interventions for Youth Mental Health. Frontiers of Sports & Public Health, 5(1), 36. doi:10.69610/j.fsph.20230223

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