title: Kids, Parents, and Sports: Some Questions and Answers.
abstract: In brief: This article summarizes the psychological research on youth sports and offers suggestions for advising young athletes, parents, and sports organizations. Specific topics include the psychological benefits and dangers of youth sports, competitive stress, and the optimum age for competition and sports specialization.
authors.forename: J C
authors.initials: JC
authors.lastname: Hellstedt