The Effects of Physical Activity on Positive Emotions in Children and Adolescents: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Positive emotions help children and adolescents develop good personalities and interpersonal relationships. Evidence shows that participation in physical activity is associated with positive emotions in young people. However, there is still a lack of studies on the effects of physical activity on positive emotions in children and adolescents.

Objective

The purpose of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to examine the effects of physical activity on positive emotions in children and adolescents.

Methods

Online databases (Scopus, PubMed, Web of Science, EBSCOhost, and APA PsycInfo) were searched from inception to August 2022.

Result

A total of 24 articles were eventually included representing 3907 participants from 14 different countries. Over

SUBMITTER: Li J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9657539 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature