The role of therapeutic climbing in child and adolescent mental health: a systematic literature review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Therapeutic climbing is increasingly applied as a physical activity intervention targeting mental health in children and adolescents. However, the evidence base regarding its effectiveness and implementation remains fragmented. This systematic review aimed to synthesize current evidence on the effects of therapeutic climbing on mental health and interrelated psychological domains in children and adolescents.

Methods

The review followed PRISMA guidelines and was registered in PROSPERO. Seven electronic databases (Pubmed, PsycINFO, PsycARTICLES, PubPsych, Medline, Web of Science, and CINAHL) were systematically searched for controlled trials investigating therapeutic climbing in children and adolescents, focusing on outcomes on mental health and interrelated domains

SUBMITTER: Kaar C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12750606 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature