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Adolescent athlete mental health and anxiety
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Sports pressure linked to increased Adolescent athlete mental health and anxiety in adolescent at
Research indicates that competitive sports can significantly impact the mental health of teenagers, frequently leading to increased anxiety due to performance expectations, demanding schedules, and identities tied strictly to athletic success. A narrative review published in Discover Mental Health, which analyzed 45 studies of athletes aged 12 to 19, found that approximately 40% to 50% of adolescent athletes experience elevated anxiety, while burnout affects between 35% and 45% of those in endurance sports. Studies in the Journal of Clinical Medicine suggest that early specialization in a single sport increases risks of social isolation, emotional dysregulation, and burnout. Because performance failures often occur publicly in front of coaches, parents, and peers, an athlete whose entire identity is centered on their sport may face severe impacts on self-worth, potentially resulting in anxiety and depression.
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