“Football is pure enjoyment”: An exploration of the behaviour change processes which facilitate engagement in football for people with mental health problems

ConclusionApplication of ART to the understanding of football experiences has provided a novel exploration of the processes involved in engaging individuals in football. This has important implications for intervention design; the focus should be on providing pleasurable experiences and fostering appropriate self-control strategies.

Source: Mental Health and Physical Activity - March 9, 2019 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Source Type: research