Increasing amounts of scientific data have revealed a biological understanding of adolescents’ behavior. Those in the study experienced social vulnerability at different levels, although the degree of vulnerability may have differed. Furthermore, participants’ participation in sport has been associated with increased self-esteem and a better sense of self-worth. This suggests that an examination of the functional states of adolescents engaged in professional sport will be beneficial in enhancing their social capital.
Sport can help them achieve balance and make socially valuable decisions
Researchers have shown that sport participation improves sense of coherence, a psychological construct that reflects coping with stressful events. Because the lives of vulnerable adolescents are often filled with stress, their ability to participate in sports may be determined by their sense of coherence. In addition to providing life experiences conducive to sense of coherence, the social context of a sports setting could also help them achieve load-balance, and socially-valued decision-making.
The adolescent brain processes information differently from adults
The effects of sport on the functioning of the limbic system have also been studied. Research has found that the adolescent brain processes information differently from that of adults. For example, adolescents are less likely to experience depression than adults are to. Additionally, sport-related stress can lead to risk-taking behaviours, such as overeating and binge drinking. A combination of these factors can lead to an increased risk of mental disorders.
Involvement in sports has a positive effect on the performance of adolescents
The results of this study suggest that the involvement in sport has a positive effect on the functioning of the adolescents. This is due to the fact that the adolescent brain processes information differently from an adult brain. These findings also point to a possible causal relationship between sports and the development of the adolescent self-regulation skills. These associations are important and more research is needed to understand the mechanisms involved.
The psychological and social environment of the study is very different
Behavioral changes associated with sport-related stress were also observed. This study has also highlighted that young women who participated in such activities showed less resiliency than their peers. Some youth in facilities were less prone to psychological problems. Moreover, they may not have the privacy to conduct private activities. It is important to remember that the psychological and social environments in the study are very different.
Conclusion
The research also highlights the importance of examining the mental health of children engaged in professional sports. The results indicate that the adolescent brain processes information differently than an adult brain, which explains why the sports setting could be beneficial for the development of these young people. An examination of these differences will further guide the practitioners in their future studies of these athletes. If this is the case, it would be helpful to take this study to the next level.
