The purpose of this study was to examine of structural relationships among elementary school students’ sports participation level, family strength, social support, and subjective happiness. For this study, a total 341 students were recruited. The da...
The purpose of this study was to examine of structural relationships among elementary school students’ sports participation level, family strength, social support, and subjective happiness. For this study, a total 341 students were recruited. The data collected through this survey were conducted exploratory factor analysis, confirmatory factor analysis, reliability analysis, frequency analysis, correlation analysis, and structure equation model by using SPSS 18.0 and AMOS 18.0 programs. As a result, it was indicated that there is a negative(-) relationship between sports participation level and family strength. A positive(+) relationship among family strength, social support, and subjective happiness was also indicated. Sports participation has proven to increase happiness and social support from the student's family. Therefore, synergies and complimentary relationships exist between family health and social support, which positively affects the subjective feelings of happiness.