Benefits of youth sports

Document Type

Book Chapter

Publication Date

2023

Identifier

DOI: 10.1016/B978-0-323-99992-2.00081-5

Abstract

The benefits of sports participation for youth are significant. This chapter will review benefits as they relate to the motor, academic, life, and social skill development. The evidence of the impact of sports on mental health is explored, especially as it relates to mood and suicidality. Physical health results of sport participation are summarized. Lastly, the role of parents and coaches in youth sport involvement is discussed.

Journal Title

The Youth Athlete: A Practitioner' s Guide to Providing Comprehensive Sports Medicine Care

First Page

47

Last Page

53

Keywords

Benefit of sport; Life skills; Motor skill development; Organized sports; Sports participation; Youth sports

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