Article: Leisure based social support, leisure dispositions and health.

Introduction

One way in which leisure is believed to make a contribution to people's well-being is by helping them maintain their physical and mental health (Caldwell & Smith, 1988; Coleman & Iso-Ahola, 1993; Iso-Ahola, 1988). There is some evidence to support this belief (Coleman & Iso-Ahola, 1993). However, little research has been directed at investigating how leisure participation leads to this benefit. Clarification of the processes whereby leisure provides health benefits will facilitate a better appreciation of the contribution of leisure to quality of life. An understanding of the links between leisure and health may help in the design of preventive health ...

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