After this article [1,2] was published, the following concerns were noted:
- The article cited as Reference 91 was retracted before [1,2] was published.
- The articles cited as References 5 and 78 were retracted after [1,2] was published.
- The articles cited as References 68, 73-75, 78, and 91 do not appear to support the corresponding cited statements.
In light of the cumulative issues, the PLOS One Editors issue this Expression of Concern. Readers are advised to interpret the article [1,2] with caution.
References
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Citation: The PLOS One Editors (2026) Expression of Concern: How does social support influence autonomous physical learning in adolescents? Evidence from a chain mediation and latent profile analysis. PLoS One 21(7): e0354426. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0354426
Published: July 23, 2026
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