SynthesisInternational journal of environmental research and public health2022
Influence of Sports Activities on Prosocial Behavior of Children and Adolescents: A Systematic Literature Review.
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- The effect of physical activity on altruistic behaviour among university students: a chain-mediated effect.BMC psychology · 2025Article
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- Implementation Outcomes and Recommendations of Two Physical Activity Interventions: Results from the Danish ACTIVE SCHOOL Feasibility Study.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2025Article
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Abstract
Prosocial behavior plays a key role in interpersonal relationships during the growth of children and adolescents. Good prosocial behavior is the foundation for the healthy development of children and adolescents. In recent years, the role played by some sports activities in children and adolescents' prosocial behaviors has attracted much attention. However, the effects of physical activity on prosocial behavior have not been summarized.
objectiveWe aimed to clarify the role of sports activities in children and adolescents' prosocial behaviors.
methodsWe searched databases for 27 interventional studies on the influence of sports activities on children and adolescents' prosocial behaviors published in peer-reviewed English journals. Subsequently, inductive, summary, analytical, and evaluation methods were used to systematically analyze and evaluate the literature.
resultsSports activities can improve children and adolescents' prosocial behaviors. Different sports activities also influence children and adolescents' prosocial behaviors differently. Moreover, sports activities can improve the prosocial behaviors of children and adolescents with special educational needs.
conclusionThis review demonstrates that sports activities improve the prosocial behavior of children and adolescents. At the same time, we find that children and adolescents with special educational needs should be allowed to participate in more sports activities.
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