A study led by University of Queensland researchers has found children who regularly participate in sports from an early age will have better long term mental health. The research is published in the Journal of Adolescent Health.
from childhood is associated with better mental well-being among adolescents," Dr. Khan said.
According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, around 14% of children aged between four and 11 experience a mental disorder in Australia, with boys commonly more affected than girls. "At ages six and seven, around 59% of boys participated in team sports, compared to only 26% of girls," Dr. Khan said.
"Some possible reasons to explain girls' lower level of team sports involvement could include lack of self-belief and confidence in sporting ability, or the common stereotype of team sports being a male-dominant activity.
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