Sports participation during childhood is associated with better mental health

Early sports participation can improve self-esteem, which, in turn, can contribute to better mental health outcomes in young people, according to new research published in JAMA Psychiatry. While risk factors for psychiatric symptoms in young people are well-established, there is a limited understanding of the protective factors that could mitigate these symptoms. The authors of the new study noted that there was compelling evidence showing that physical activity had a positive impact on mental health throughout life. “I was particularly interested in this topic because I previously performed a…

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