The Impact of Physical Education on Student Mental Health

Abstract – Mental health issues among students have increased dramatically worldwide impacting performance in school and overall wellness. Depression, anxiety and stress are highly common among students in today’s society which get even worse due to academic pressure and social turmoil. Among these, one of the most promising non-drug approaches to tackle these problems is the implementation of physical education in schools. This paper examines the association of sports participation and improved mental health among students, specifically how routine involvement in physical activities through PE may contribute to emotional well-being. It is hoped that by looking it into the previous studies, any data analysis made, considering a few case studies and other aspects will clarify how important physical education in boosting students' psychological health, mood promoting and cognitive function.