Psychological and Social Benefits of Playing a True Sport

Posted on October 24, 2014

A growing body of research literature finds that in addition to improved physical health, playing a sport contributes to a primarily positive role in youth development, including improved academic achievement, higher self-esteem, fewer behavioral problems, and better psychosocial. Many studies focus on the effects of sport on the five “C’s”—competence, confidence, connections, character, and caring—which […]