2023, Vol. 10, Issue 3, Part G

Background: Depression has been identified as a leading cause of disability, and studies suggest that people who have experienced at a young age are more likely to have throughout their lives. This study aims to assess the and determinants of in Uttar Pradesh state of India.

Objective: Comparison of sports participation and depression among Student of different district of Uttar Pradesh study.

Results: Participation in sports was found to be positively associated with psychological well-being and connected with fewer mental health problems. Sports participation was associated with higher self-esteem and a lower risk of anxiety, depression, and social-behavioral inhibition in adolescents.

Conclusions: Participation in sports is beneficial to the depression of children, adolescents, and adults. Team sports and sports clubs are especially advantageous for depression due to social and psychological support. Creating opportunities for sports participation can lead to the promotion of depression. More likely to have moderate to severe depression.