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- In a December 8, 2025 study in European Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, researchers found that boys aged 6 to 10 in organized sports are less likely to develop oppositional-defiant disorder.
- The study tracked nearly 1,500 children and found that consistent sports participation reduced defiance symptoms.
- Senior researcher Linda Pagani emphasized sustaining sports involvement to mitigate disruptive behaviors and boost well-being.
