The report emphasizes the positive impact of sports on mental health in adolescent girls. It highlights how engaging in sports in well-established sports environments can contribute to reducing depression and anxiety, boosting peer relationships, and providing a sense of meaning and purpose. The research also delves into the specific elements within the sports setting that contribute to these positive outcomes, such as autonomy levels and relationships with coaches.
Furthermore, the study explores the distinctive aspects of sports compared to other extracurricular activities and examines the interconnection between them. The report’s findings are used to create policy and practice recommendations that showcase how these insights can be implemented in the field.
The report emphasizes that stakeholders can optimize the sports environment by implementing these recommendations to create a more supportive and empowering environment for girls. By doing so, they can enhance mental well-being among adolescent girls who engage in sports.
