Front Psychol January 2024 PMID 38259527

The role of parents in the motivation of young athletes: a systematic review.

Zhendong Gao, Chen Soon Chee, Mohd Rozilee Wazir Norjali Wazir, Jiaxu Wang, Xiaojian Zheng, Tao Wang

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The overall tone shows acknowledgment that parental involvement affects motivation, exemplified by phrases like 'parent support leads to better motivation' and discussions about how parenting styles matter. The choice of words suggests a recognition of nuanced influence, driving moderate engagement and perceived impact of the publication.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the importance of parental influence, emphasizing that supportive involvement enhances motivation.

InterestModerate interest

The posts show moderate curiosity, with some highlighting key findings and others just referencing the article, indicating some engagement but not deep interest.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments respond to the publication by discussing parental behaviors and their effects, suggesting a moderate level of thoughtful engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversations recognize the relevance of the article’s insights for coaching and parenting practices, implying a moderate impact on understanding youth sports motivation.

Abstract in brief

  • Parents are a crucial but under-researched influence on young athletes’ motivation, with existing studies highlighting their multifaceted role in shaping motivation through various parenting styles and behaviors.
  • The systematic review analyzed 29 research articles involving over 9,000 young athletes and their parents, revealing that supportive and positive parenting strategies—such as promoting autonomy and fostering strong parent-child relationships—are associated with better motivation in young athletes.
  • While parental involvement is essential, the impact depends on how parents engage—overly controlling or negative approaches may hinder motivation, emphasizing the importance of the quality and manner of parental support.

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Gao et al: ‘While parents undeniably play a crucial role in motivating young athletes, the manner and extent of their involvement are key.’ | The role of parents in the motivation of young athletes: a systematic review https://t.co/2TaZ84ccKQ

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Parental support → better motivation & enjoyment: https://t.co/DJpWjT1HT0

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RT @rcpsych_SEPSIG: Gao et al: ‘While parents undeniably play a crucial role in motivating young athletes, the manner and extent of their i…

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RT @rcpsych_SEPSIG: Gao et al: ‘While parents undeniably play a crucial role in motivating young athletes, the manner and extent of their i…

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Parental support → better motivation & enjoyment: https://t.co/DJpWjT1HT0

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Dr Nicoletta P. Lekka
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RT @rcpsych_SEPSIG: Gao et al: ‘While parents undeniably play a crucial role in motivating young athletes, the manner and extent of their i…

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RT @rcpsych_SEPSIG: Gao et al: ‘While parents undeniably play a crucial role in motivating young athletes, the manner and extent of their i…

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Gao et al: ‘While parents undeniably play a crucial role in motivating young athletes, the manner and extent of their involvement are key.’ | The role of parents in the motivation of young athletes: a systematic review https://t.co/2TaZ84ccKQ

Apr 18, 2024 · 2 likes · 2 shares · 1,731 followers View post →
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