mental health

How Parents at Home Shape Kids’ Behavior on the Mat — A 2026 Study on Autonomy Support

Does the way parents engage at home actually shape how kids behave on the mat? A 2026 Frontiers study on 355 South Korean high-school athletes traces a chain from parental autonomy support to sport motivation and moral behavior. Series "Re-reading wrestling through papers" #2.

Does Wrestling “Strengthen the Mind”? — Effects of a 6-Week Wrestling Training Program

A 2026 randomized controlled trial of 30 adolescent boys in Italy explored whether a 6-week wrestling training program affects mental health. Results showed improvements in well-being, resilience, and sport anxiety. We break down the study and its implications.