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Vanina Schmidt1,2,3, Juan Facundo Corti2, Ignacio Celsi1,2
1National Scientific and Technical Research Council (CONICET), Buenos Aires C1425FQB, Argentina.
Background:
Alcohol consumption among young people is a significant public health concern. Previous studies have indicated that participation in sports, through the positive experiences it offers, may function as a protective factor against alcohol intake. This study aimed to examine the influence of enjoyment and personal fulfillment on adolescent alcohol use, exploring the role of engagement with sports as a mediating variable.
Methods:
A total of 370 adolescents (mean age = 15.08; SD = 1.48) participated in the study and completed the Alcohol Use Disorder Identification Test, the Enjoyment in Sports Scale, and the Athlete Engagement Questionnaire.
Results:
The results demonstrated that enjoyment is related to lower alcohol consumption through personal fulfillment and engagement in sporting activity.
Conclusions:
It is crucial to facilitate positive experiences in sport that promote engagement and generate a sense of personal fulfillment, as these factors may reduce the likelihood of risky alcohol consumption.
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