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November 6, 2020

The Health Of Us Adolescent Athletes During Covid-19 Related School Closures And Sport Cancellations

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  • Female adolescent student-athletes report higher levels of moderate-to-severe anxiety and all student-athletes who participate in team sports reported more frequent symptoms associated with depression compared to those participating in individual sports. A cross-sectional study of adolescent student athletes during COVID-19 related school closures and sport cancellations found adolescents who identify as female reported a higher prevalence of moderate to severe anxiety symptoms than those who identify as males (44% vs. 28%). Prevalence of depression symptoms was highest among those participating in team sports (74%) and lowest for individual sports (65%), and the total quality of life score was worst for athletes from counties with the highest poverty levels.

McGuine et al. (Nov 5, 2020). The Health Of Us Adolescent Athletes During Covid-19 Related School Closures And Sport Cancellations. Journal of Athletic Training. https://doi.org/10.4085/478-20