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1School of Physical Education, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, Hubei, China.
Frontiers in Psychology
|March 13, 2023
Summary
Regular physical activity significantly boosts adolescent resilience over time. This longitudinal study found a positive correlation, highlighting physical activity's impact on youth mental health.
Area of Science:
- Adolescent Psychology
- Behavioral Science
- Public Health
Background:
- Adolescent resilience is crucial for mental health.
- The link between physical activity and resilience requires further longitudinal investigation.
- Understanding protective factors for adolescent well-being is a public health priority.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the longitudinal relationship between physical activity and adolescent resilience.
- To investigate the predictive effect of physical activity on resilience in adolescents.
- To explore gender differences in physical activity and resilience.
Main Methods:
- Cross-lagged analysis of a one-year longitudinal follow-up survey.
- Involved 818 adolescents (aged 12-17, 50.6% boys).
- Utilized the Adolescent Resilience Rating Scale and the Physical Activity Scale.
Main Results:
- Significant gender differences observed in physical activity levels.
- No significant gender differences found in adolescent resilience.
- A significant positive correlation was identified between physical activity and adolescent resilience.
- Physical activity demonstrated a significant predictive effect on adolescent resilience.
Conclusions:
- Physical activity plays a vital role in enhancing adolescent resilience.
- Findings support the integration of physical activity promotion into adolescent mental health strategies.
- The study enriches resilience theory and provides evidence for adolescent physical and mental health research.
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