The Role of Physical Education in Promoting Student Mental Health
A special issue of Education Sciences (ISSN 2227-7102).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 February 2026 | Viewed by 6
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The mental health of students has emerged as a critical area of concern within contemporary educational discourse, as increasing numbers of young people experience stress, anxiety, depression, and related psychological challenges. While schools have traditionally addressed mental health through counseling and psychological services, there is a growing recognition of the need for more holistic, preventive approaches. Physical education (PE), often perceived primarily as a means of promoting physical fitness, holds significant potential in this regard. An expanding body of research suggests that regular engagement in physical activity can yield substantial mental health benefits, including the alleviation of symptoms related to anxiety and depression, enhancement of mood, and improvement of self-esteem and cognitive function. This special issue will examine the multifaceted role of physical education in supporting student mental health, arguing that PE should be viewed not only as a vehicle for physical development but also as an integral component of comprehensive mental health strategies within schools.
Dr. Asterios I. Patsiaouras
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- physical education
- mental health
- students
- well-being
- physical activity
- emotional resilience
- academic performance
- school-based interventions
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