EXPLORING TYPES AND PATTERNS OF INVOLVEMENT IN EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES AMONG ADOLESCENTS IN SRI JAYAWARDENEPURA

Pushpakumari HMN, Remance MM, Seneviratne CC; Thennakoon TMCLB, Rangika JWT

Scirj Volume XIII, Issue X, October 2025 Edition
ISSN: 2201-2796

EXPLORING TYPES AND PATTERNS OF INVOLVEMENT IN EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES AMONG ADOLESCENTS IN SRI JAYAWARDENEPURA

Authors: Pushpakumari HMN, Remance MM, Seneviratne CC, Thennakoon TMCLB, Rangika JWT

Abstract: This article investigates the various types and patterns of involvement in extracurricular activities (ECA) among adolescents in grades 8 and 9 within the Sri Jayawardenepura educational zone. By analyzing a diverse range of activities, including sports, music, drama, and community service, the study seeks to uncover the prevalence and nature of participation among students. The findings reveal that a significant majority, approximately 75.4%, engage in at least one ECA, with sports being the most favored choice. This research not only focuses on the frequency of participation but also examines the associated socio-demographic factors influencing ECA involvement, such as parental education levels and peer encouragement. Ultimately, the study highlights the crucial role that extracurricular activities play in fostering adolescents’ academic performance, social skills, and emotional well-being, underscoring the need for schools to enhance support and resources for such programs to promote holistic development among students.

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Pushpakumari HMN, Remance MM, Seneviratne CC, Thennakoon TMCLB, Rangika JWT (2025). EXPLORING TYPES AND PATTERNS OF INVOLVEMENT IN EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES AMONG ADOLESCENTS IN SRI JAYAWARDENEPURA . Scientific Research Journal (Scirj), Volume XIII, Issue X, October 2025 Edition, Page 1-13.

Keywords: Extracurricular Activities, Adolescents, Development, Sri Jayawardenepura, Academic Performance, Social Skills

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