How Watching Sports Events Boosts Wellbeing
Author Information
Author(s): Guo Jiru, Yang Hong, Zhang Xiaoli
Primary Institution: Xi’an Physical Education University
Hypothesis
Watching sports events can directly contribute to enhancing individuals’ wellbeing.
Conclusion
Watching sports events positively impacts subjective wellbeing, primarily through social interaction and emotional experiences.
Supporting Evidence
- Watching sports events significantly enhances subjective wellbeing.
- Social interaction mediates the relationship between watching sports and wellbeing.
- Emotional experiences also play a mediating role in enhancing wellbeing.
Takeaway
Watching sports is like a fun party that makes people feel happy and connected with others.
Methodology
The study involved a survey of 885 participants using various questionnaires to assess wellbeing, social interaction, and emotional experience.
Limitations
The study's sample size could be larger, and it did not measure the intensity of watching sports events.
Participant Demographics
Participants were urban dwellers in China, aged 18 to 80.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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