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Advances in Adolescent Mental Health: Early Prevention and Intervention
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Advances in Adolescent Mental Health: Early Prevention and Intervention

A special issue of Children (ISSN 2227-9067). This special issue belongs to the section "Pediatric Mental Health".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 867

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Paolo Bozzato

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Department of Human Sciences, Territory and Innovation, Via Sant'Abbondio, 12, I-22100 Como, Italy
Interests: adolescent mental health and well-being; future orientation; smartphone and social media use; school transition; gender stereotypes
Dr. Matteo Fabris

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Department of Psychology, University of Turin, Via Verdi 10, Torino, Italy
Interests: adolescent mental health; attachment; sexual behaviors; aggressive behaviors; PTSD; bullying and cyberbullying; student–teacher relationships; school psychology; child abuse and neglect
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Adolescence is a critical period in terms of mental health, being marked by profound psychological, emotional, and social transitions. In recent decades, research has emphasized the importance of early prevention and intervention in order to foster psychological well-being and reduce the onset of mental health disorders. This Special Issue aims to explore cutting-edge studies that promote adolescent mental health and well-being, with a particular focus on resilience, emotion regulation, empathy, and future orientation—protective factors that support positive developmental trajectories. We invite contributions that advance theoretical models, empirical findings, and applied practices in educational, clinical, or community settings. Papers addressing culturally responsive interventions, digital tools, and longitudinal research are especially welcome. By integrating diverse methodologies and interdisciplinary perspectives, this Special Issue seeks to inform effective, scalable, and evidence-based strategies for strengthening adolescent mental health.

Dr. Paolo Bozzato
Dr. Matteo Fabris
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • adolescent mental health
  • psychological well-being
  • mental health promotion
  • protective factors
  • resilience
  • emotion regulation
  • empathy
  • prevention
  • early intervention
  • social-emotional learning

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The Impact of Psyching-Up and Cognitive Challenges on Cognitive Performance and Well-Being in Adolescent Swimmers: A Randomized Controlled Trial
by Yasmine Dhaouadi, Riadh Khalifa and Antonella Muscella
Children 2025, 12(12), 1591; https://doi.org/10.3390/children12121591 - 23 Nov 2025
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Background/Objectives: The integration of psychological techniques, such as psyching-up, into sports training has been increasingly explored for its potential to enhance athletic performance and cognitive function, especially in young athletes. This study aimed to examine the effects of combining psyching-up techniques with cognitive [...] Read more.
Background/Objectives: The integration of psychological techniques, such as psyching-up, into sports training has been increasingly explored for its potential to enhance athletic performance and cognitive function, especially in young athletes. This study aimed to examine the effects of combining psyching-up techniques with cognitive challenges on psychophysiological responses and visuo-auditory attention in adolescent competitive swimmers. Methods: A total of 48 male competitive swimmers were randomly assigned to three groups: the Psyching-Up and Cognitive Group (PCG), the Cognitive Training Group (CGT), and a Control Group (CG). The intervention involved ten training sessions, where the PCG received psyching-up techniques, while both the PCG and CGT participated in cognitive training tasks. Key assessments included cognitive performance tests (Bells Test, Trail Making Test Parts A and B, Go/No-Go Auditory Task), heart rate (%HR max), blood lactate levels, perceived exertion (RPE), and mood state (Total Mood Disturbance). Results: The PCG showed significant improvements in cognitive performance, with fewer omissions in the Bells Test (p = 0.041) and faster reaction times in the Trail Making Test (Part A, p = 0.002; Part B, p = 0.001). In the Go/No-Go Auditory Task, the PCG exhibited faster reaction times and a higher hit rate (p = 0.001). There were no significant differences in physiological responses, with %HR max and blood lactate levels showing stable trends across groups. However, the PCG reported significantly higher enjoyment (p < 0.001) and a reduction in Total Mood Disturbance (p < 0.001). Conclusions: Integrating psyching-up techniques with cognitive challenges positively impacts cognitive performance and psychological well-being in adolescent swimmers, without altering physiological responses. These findings highlight the potential of psychological interventions to enhance performance and overall athlete experience in youth sports training. Full article
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