Synopsis

Each year thousands of pounds are spent on medications to treat conditions such as anxiety and depression. These medications often have negative side effects. Exercise is an alternative treatment that is low cost and has few side effects. In this unit we will look at the links between exercise and improved mental health and psychological well-being. This will include consideration of the role of exercise in combating stress, anxiety and depression, and in enchancing mood.

Table of Contents

Introduction
Learning outcomes
1 Exercise and mental health
2 The role of exercise in reducing anxiety and depression
3 Why does exercise improve mental health?
Next steps
References
Acknowledgements

 

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