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Sports Participation Cuts Youth Suicidal Thoughts, Study Finds

7/29/2025

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A groundbreaking US study of over 800,000 students reveals that engaging in sports can dramatically lower suicidal thoughts among middle and high schoolers, even as youth suicide rates climb. Alarmingly, sports participation is on the decline, especially in middle schools. Researchers urge for equal access to sports and enhanced mental health support to tackle this urgent public health issue.

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A groundbreaking US study of over 800,000 students reveals that engaging in sports can dramatically lower suicidal thoughts among middle and high schoolers, even as youth suicide rates climb. Alarmingly, sports participation is on the decline, especially in middle schools. Researchers urge for equal access to sports and enhanced mental health support to tackle this urgent public health issue.