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dc.contributor.authorBird, N
dc.contributor.authorMcCarthy, G
dc.contributor.authorO'Sullivan, K
dc.date.accessioned2019-03-04T15:56:45Z
dc.date.available2019-03-04T15:56:45Z
dc.date.issued2019-02
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/10147/624116
dc.descriptionThis research sought to establish the impact of a 10-week program combining mixed martial arts (MMA) and one-toone psychotherapy on young males’ mental health and determine factors that predict help-seeking behavior in at-risk males. Preparticipation and post-participation interviews were employed as the method of data collection. Seven males (20–35 years; M = 24.57) completed preparticipation interviews and five completed follow-up interviews. Thematic analysis of preparticipation revealed that help-seeking behavior in at-risk males is impeded by the presence of male gender stereotypes, the absence of positive role models, as well as difficulty navigating challenging social landscapes. Post-participation interviews revealed that the sport provided structure and fitness for at-risk males, while the counseling was pivotal for personal growth. Improved relationships, work life, and self-esteem were also observed. The sporting element of the program helped to reduce stigma associated with engaging in psychotherapy, and positive male relationships were noted as particularly impactful. Findings support previous research indicating that combining sports and psychotherapy positively impacts young males’ mental health. Sport provides an acceptable doorway to psychotherapy, providing space to explore personal issues.en_US
dc.language.isoenen_US
dc.publisherAmerican Journal of Men’s Healthen_US
dc.rightsAttribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 United States*
dc.rights.urihttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0/us/*
dc.subjectPSYCHOTHERAPYen_US
dc.subjectMENTAL HEALTHen_US
dc.subjectMENen_US
dc.subjectYOUNG ADULTen_US
dc.subjectMARTIAL ARTSen_US
dc.titleExploring the Effectiveness of an Integrated Mixed Martial Arts and Psychotherapy Intervention for Young Men’s Mental Healthen_US
dc.typeArticleen_US
dc.identifier.journalAmerican Journal of Men’s Healthen_US
refterms.dateFOA2019-03-04T15:56:46Z


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