Citation

MacDonald GL. Postgrad. Med. 1985; 78(1): 279-81, 284-5, 289.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1985, Vendome Group)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

4011524

Abstract

Evaluation of the benefits and risks of organized children's sports is difficult, but even play activities carry risks. The benefits of participation--eg, physical conditioning, accomplishment, and enjoyment--need to be weighed against the physical and/or psychological disadvantages. Social consciousness has been raised, studies are under way, and statistics are accumulating. Physicians, school and legislative advisers, and concerned parents all have a responsibility to promote safety, to provide appropriate care, and to prevent psychological harm.

Language: en