Sport for Better Mental Health Report

Beyond making us feel good in the moment, sport can have a longer-term impact on our wellbeing, boosting confidence and resilience and reducing the risk of developing and living with mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety.

This report by Brunel University assesses the benefits of training a community sport workforce in Mental Health First Aid, and the difference that community sport – combined with appropriate mental health support – can make in supporting young people’s mental wellbeing in the UK.