Why the study?
Does being an athlete improve mental health, physical symptoms, anxiety, sleep disorders, and social function compared to non-athletes in university students?
Population
Male and female athlete and non-athlete students at the University of Guilan
Comparison
Athlete status (physical activity) vs Non-athlete status
Design
Cross-sectional
Authors
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Athlete status associated with better mental health scores in students; hypothesis-generating and should not yet change practice.
Does being an athlete improve mental health, physical symptoms, anxiety, sleep disorders, and social function compared to non-athletes in university students?
Physical activity and athlete status are associated with fewer psychological problems and better mental health among university students.
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