Scoping review of martial arts intervention studies for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and developmental coordination disorder

Hosokawa, Kenji, Yano, Nozomu and Sumimoto, Atsushi 2026. Scoping review of martial arts intervention studies for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and developmental coordination disorder. Martial Arts Studies 19 , pp. 29-44. 10.18573/mas.253

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Abstract

This study is a scoping review that comprehensively organizes martial arts intervention studies targeting Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). Analysis of 17 papers revealed that multiple studies reported improvements in cognitive and socioemotional functioning for ADHD, and in physical fitness components centered on balance for DCD. However, results were inconsistent, and challenges remain regarding the number and quality of studies. Martial arts show potential benefits for physical and psychosocial development, but large-scale, high-quality follow-up studies are still needed.

Item Type:	Article
Date Type:	Publication
Status:	Published
Subjects:	G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GV Recreation Leisure
Publisher:	Cardiff University Press
ISSN:	2057-5696
Date of First Compliant Deposit:	24 February 2026
Date of Acceptance:	16 October 2025
Last Modified:	24 Feb 2026 15:08
URI:	https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/185174

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