Question

Which of the following is the psychological advantage of physical activities for children with special needs ?

• A. Improved gross motor skills
• B. Prevention of the problems such as obesity
• C. Reduced anxiety, stress and depression
• D. Develop social skills

Hint:

Anxiety, stress and depression are mental states.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Understanding the Question:
The question asks which benefit is psychological, that is, about the mind and feelings.

Step 2: Key Idea:
Benefits of physical activity are grouped as physical (body), psychological (mind and emotions) and social (dealing with others). Anxiety, stress and depression are mental states, so reducing them is a psychological benefit.

Step 3: Check option (1).
Better gross motor skills means better control of large muscles. This is a physical benefit. So option (1) is wrong.

Step 4: Check option (2).
Preventing obesity is a physical and health benefit. So option (2) is wrong.

Step 5: Check option (3).
Lower anxiety, stress and depression changes the mind and mood. This is a psychological benefit. So option (3) is right.

Step 6: Check option (4).
Building social skills is a social benefit, since it concerns how the child mixes with others. So option (4) is wrong.

Final Answer:
The psychological advantage is reduced anxiety, stress and depression, option (3).