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REVISTA INTERNACIONAL DE MEDICINA Y CIENCIAS DE LA ACTIVIDAD FÍSICA Y EL DEPORTE

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EFFECTIVENESS OF COMMUNITY-BASED SPORTS PROGRAMS ON MENTAL HEALTH IN BRAZILIAN FAVELAS

Issue Volume 24, Number 94, 2024 Articles 
Michael Renton
University of La Frontera (Universidad de La Frontera - UFRO), Temuco, Chile
Juliana Guilherme
Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, United Health Group Brazil, Sao Paulo, Brazil

Abstract

Based on current research and broad concepts, this research provides an overview of the possible effects of community-based sports programs on mental health in Brazilian favelas. The research study aims to determine the effectiveness of community-based sports programs on mental health in the Brazilian favelas. Although there may not be as many particular studies on this subject, a larger body of research indicates that physical activity, especially sports, might improve mental health by lowering stress levels and generating endorphins. Beyond just providing physical activity, community-based sports programs in Brazilian favelas promote social ties, community participation, and empowerment, all essential for building resilience in difficult socioeconomic contexts. For measuring, the research study used smart PLS software and generated results, including descriptive statistics and correlation coefficients, explaining the smart PLS Algorithm model between them. With an emphasis on goal-setting, discipline, and collaboration, the programs support the healthy development of young people and may even serve as a deterrent to dangerous behavior. However, efficacy varies depending on elements like cultural relevance and program design. Overall, the result found a positive and significant link between community-based sports programs and mental health in Brazilian favelas. Recent research on community-based sports programs in Brazilian favelas and their unique mental health effects is advised to better comprehend these dynamics.

Keywords: Effectiveness (EE), Community-Based Sports Program (CBSP), Mental Health (MH), Brazilian Favelas (BF)
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Periodicidad Trimestral/Quartely
Revista multidisciplinar de las Ciencias del Deporte
ISSN: 1577-0354
All journal articles are published in Spanish together with their corresponding translation into English

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