The effects of taekwondo on depression symptoms and cognitive function: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Taekwondo training appears to exert meaningful benefits for both depressive symptoms and cognitive function, supporting its potential as a comprehensive exercise-based intervention with psychological and cognitive health value.
Authors
- Xiujie Ma (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2422-3351)
- Aijiao Chen
- Xin Tian (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0948-944X)
Institutions
- Chengdu Sport University (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Sports and Active Living
- Published
- 2026-01-15
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fspor.2025.1735531
- Primary Topic
- Martial Arts: Techniques, Psychology, and Education
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00