The Directed Sports Activity in Schools and Its Effect on ReducingPsychological Trauma

Abstract

Psychological trauma has become one of the most prominent characteristics of the modern era, which is witnessing rapid development in all fields of life. It represents an essential part of human experience due to the numerous challenges individuals face today. The spread of psychological trauma has increased across various environments, including school students. Among school students, psychological trauma refers to a mental state that occurs when an individual is exposed to sudden or painful experiences that affect their psychological and emotional condition.

The study aimed to identify the impact of sports activity on reducing psychological trauma among high school students. The researchers employed the experimental method with both an experimental and a control group. The research sample consisted of 50 students. The study concluded that sports activities play a positive role in decreasing and alleviating psychological trauma among students, which positively influences their behavior, emotional responses, personality, and physical and mental development. The researchers recommended encouraging students to participate in sports activities and increasing the number of physical education classes, given their positive impact on students’ psychological, physical, and mental well-being.