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Sport participation
Kurtis Pankow 
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Stewart A. Vella,
Nicholas L. Holt
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Stewart A. Vella,
Nicholas L. Holt
Encyclopedia of Adolescence, Pages: 570 - 579
Swansea University Author:
Kurtis Pankow
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DOI (Published version): 10.1016/b978-0-323-96023-6.00008-7
Abstract
Millions of adolescents participate in sport programs annually across the globe. In this article, we will discuss key issues related to adolescent sport participation. First, demographic information, including inequalities related to sport participation, are discussed along with details on the organ...
| Published in: | Encyclopedia of Adolescence |
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| ISBN: | 9780128093245 |
| Published: |
Elsevier
2024
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| Online Access: |
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/b978-0-323-96023-6.00008-7 |
| URI: | https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa63867 |
| Abstract: |
Millions of adolescents participate in sport programs annually across the globe. In this article, we will discuss key issues related to adolescent sport participation. First, demographic information, including inequalities related to sport participation, are discussed along with details on the organization of youth sport. Then, we present how adolescents in appropriate sport environments can experience a range of positive outcomes such as improved physical health, mental health, and mental health literacy. However, inappropriate environments can contribute to poor outcomes including poor physical health outcomes, mental health challenges, and dropout from sport. We conclude by suggesting ways in which parents, coaches, administrators, and peers can all play a role in helping to create appropriate sport environments for adolescents. |
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| Keywords: |
Coaches, Dropout, Enjoyment, Health, Life skills, Mental health, Mental health literacy, Positive youth development, Youth sport |
| College: |
Faculty of Science and Engineering |
| Start Page: |
570 |
| End Page: |
579 |