Sustainable Development Goals
Abstract/Objectives
This study aims to investigate psychological resilience across different age groups, from children to the elderly, by utilizing various cross-disciplinary research methods. These methods include applying cognitive neuroscience theory, conducting statistical analyses of computational neuroimaging, and utilizing sports training tailored to specific sports. By operating under the premise of exercise as a means of transforming the brain, this study seeks to identify possible neurobiological mechanisms and explore the multifaceted effects of exercise on mental health and resilience. The research is among the few that globally combines cognitive neuroscience, computational neuroimaging, statistical analysis, and sports training to investigate the development of psychological resilience in children and adults. Its findings will facilitate the expansion of neural correlation indicators of mental health to diverse ethnic groups in the future, which will make a significant contribution to the methodological progress in the field of sports science research.
Results/Contributions
Prof. Yao has been conducting academic research on how sports and psychological resilience can enhance the learning outcomes of underprivileged students in recent years. Initially, his research focused on investigating the connection between executive function and learning, as well as the impact of sports experience on academic performance. However, in more recent years, his research has also turned its attention to smaller, often overlooked groups, such as female athletes and students from remote rural areas, with a focus on studying their mental health status. Furthermore, Prof. Yao is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for students from diverse ethnic backgrounds who are studying on campus.
Keywords
Mental Health, Psychological Resilience, Cognitive Neuroscience, Sports Training, Big Data Analysis, Statistical Neuroimaging, Gerontology, Minorities
Contact Information
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zfyao@mx.nthu.edu.tw