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Journal of Adolescent Health
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Newport Academy Examines Teens, Sports And Mental Health
Teen sports can have a major positive impact on a child's quality of life, especially in the area of mental health. There are a variety of ways to reap exercise's benefits, from dance, yoga and hiking to basketball, baseball and other team sports. In addition to promoting a healthier body, youth athletics also boost self-esteem, hone teamwork skills and allow athletes to develop a close community of peers and supportive adults while they break a sweat. The mental benefits of playing sports have been well documented; according to a Canadian study published in the Journal of Adolescent Health,…