Download or read book The Association Between Physical Activity and Depression Among Young Women written by Denise Azar and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 534 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Young women experiencing depressive symptoms were shown to have different constraints to being active compared to young women without depressive symptoms, such as lower motivation and lower confidence in their ability to be active. Physical activity promotion initiatives may benefit from individually-tailored, multi-component programs rather than a 'one-fits-all', single-arm approach.
Download or read book The ICD 10 Classification of Mental and Behavioural Disorders written by World Health Organization and published by World Health Organization. This book was released on 1993-11 with total page 263 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The content of "Diagnostic criteria for research" (DCR-10) is derived from chapter V(F), Mental and behavioural disorders, of ICD-10 [International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems, tenth revision]
Download or read book Beyond Prozac written by Michael J. Norden and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 1996-09-27 with total page 293 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you find that you don't handle stress well and are frequently irritable? Did you know the much-publicized low-fat/high-carbohydrate diet of recent years may actually be making you depressed and overweight? And what are the hidden dangers of sleep loss and irregular schedules? In Beyond Prozac, Dr. Michael Norden, a psychiatrist and pioneer in developing new applications of Prozac, explains how the toll of modern-day life has undermined our health and led to a national epidemic of depression, anxiety and weight problems. But there is hope. Based on seven years of groundbreaking research and clinical work, Beyond Prozac offers solutions to these chronic health problems that go beyond simply prescribing Prozac from incredibly effective alternative treatments such as light therapy, regulation of sleeping habits, and specialized diets to the next generation of safer and more effective depression medications. A decisive voice in the debate about depression, Beyond Prozac is a provocative and enduring classic in the modern literature about mental health. Now revised and expanded to include the latest new information and research, Beyond Prozac gives you the inside scoop on: Powerful new antidepressants: Serzone, Wellbutrin and Remeron The surprising relationship between weather, brain chemistry and behavior New studies hinting that low serotonin is the norm, not the exception, and what this means for those seeking treatment What melatonin really can and can't do Depression, health and "The Zone" diet The latest all-natural treatments for depression: DHEA and St. John's wort Updates on Prozac, Zoloft, Paxil, Luvox and more!
Download or read book Educating the Student Body written by Committee on Physical Activity and Physical Education in the School Environment and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2013-11-13 with total page 503 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Physical inactivity is a key determinant of health across the lifespan. A lack of activity increases the risk of heart disease, colon and breast cancer, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, osteoporosis, anxiety and depression and others diseases. Emerging literature has suggested that in terms of mortality, the global population health burden of physical inactivity approaches that of cigarette smoking. The prevalence and substantial disease risk associated with physical inactivity has been described as a pandemic. The prevalence, health impact, and evidence of changeability all have resulted in calls for action to increase physical activity across the lifespan. In response to the need to find ways to make physical activity a health priority for youth, the Institute of Medicine's Committee on Physical Activity and Physical Education in the School Environment was formed. Its purpose was to review the current status of physical activity and physical education in the school environment, including before, during, and after school, and examine the influences of physical activity and physical education on the short and long term physical, cognitive and brain, and psychosocial health and development of children and adolescents. Educating the Student Body makes recommendations about approaches for strengthening and improving programs and policies for physical activity and physical education in the school environment. This report lays out a set of guiding principles to guide its work on these tasks. These included: recognizing the benefits of instilling life-long physical activity habits in children; the value of using systems thinking in improving physical activity and physical education in the school environment; the recognition of current disparities in opportunities and the need to achieve equity in physical activity and physical education; the importance of considering all types of school environments; the need to take into consideration the diversity of students as recommendations are developed. This report will be of interest to local and national policymakers, school officials, teachers, and the education community, researchers, professional organizations, and parents interested in physical activity, physical education, and health for school-aged children and adolescents.
Download or read book WHO guidelines on physical activity and sedentary behaviour written by and published by World Health Organization. This book was released on 2020-11-20 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Physical Activity And Mental Health written by William P. Morgan and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2013-02-01 with total page 366 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text is an effort to summarize and synthesize the existing research dealing with the influence of physical activity on mental health, as well as the potential mechanisms underlying psychological effects. Contributions from some of the leading experts in the field deal with mental health through prevention, exercise prescription, exercise adherence, drug therapy and exercise, the influence of physical activity on depression, anxiety, and self-esteem, and the paradoxical effects of excessive amounts of exercise.
Download or read book Exercise And Mental Health written by William P. Morgan and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2013-05-13 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Published in the year 1987, Exercise and Mental Health is a valuable contribution to the field of Counseling and School Pscyhology.
Download or read book Gender Differences in the Association Between Depression and Physical Activity written by Naomi M. Katzir and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Depression has shifted from an individual diagnosis to a major public health concern, affecting 150 million people worldwide. It is the leading cause of disability in years lived with disability, and nearly one million die from suicide each year. In the United States, prevalence rates for depression are close to 10%, and a similar burden is observed in California. A variety of barriers to treatment exist, resulting in nearly half of those affected receiving proper treatment. Exercise has become a viable prevention and treatment option, with many studies showing an inverse dose-response effect. Differences between men and women are evident in depression rates and physical activity levels, and gender has the potential to modify the relationship between depression and exercise. This study investigates the depression-exercise relationship in a population-based sample of California adults, and examines the effect that gender has on this association. The data come from the 2009 California Health Interview Survey (CHIS) adult population 18 and over (n=47,614). A case was defined as someone who experienced feelings of depression at any time in the previous 30 days. Calculated exercise levels accounted for intensity, duration, and frequency of activity in the week prior to the survey. Our study excluded participants missing any study variable or had a disability which would prevent basic activity. Weighted results describe population frequencies, univariate analyses for each study variable with the outcome, and multivariate regression modeling. These findings corroborated results from several large-scale public health studies that there may be an inverse association between depression and activity levels in California adults. Those with both low and moderate amounts of physical activity had increased odds of having depressed mood in comparison with those who had high levels of activity (OR=1.46, 95% CI 1.45, 1.46 and OR=1.56, 95% CI 1.55, 1.56, respectively; n=36,980). Gender appeared to drive an interaction effect in the depression-physical activity association. Men with low and moderate activity levels were 4.79 (95% CI 4.78, 4.80) and 5.63 (95% CI 5.62, 5.65) times more likely to have depressed mood than men with high activity levels, respectively. Women with low or moderate levels of activity were 4.60 (95% CI 4.59, 4.61) and 5.41 (95% CI 5.40, 5.43) times more likely to have depressed mood than women with high activity levels, respectively. This study suggests that higher levels of physical activity lower depression risk, and that this effect appears to be somewhat stronger for men. Future studies should include longitudinal randomized controlled trials to more carefully address causality and optimal dosage for mental health benefits. These findings support development of more focused public health messages regarding exercise and mental health treatment, and incorporation of such treatment into prevention programs.
Download or read book Adapting Educational and Psychological Tests for Cross Cultural Assessment written by Ronald K. Hambleton and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 2004-12-13 with total page 391 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book will critically examine the "do's" & "don'ts" in adapting tests for cross-cultural assessment and research.
Download or read book The Associations of Physical Activity Sedentary Behavior and Depressive Symptoms Among US High School Students written by and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 47 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Depressive symptoms among adolescents is an important public health issue. In 2015, the National Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) reported that nearly 30 percent of today’s youth experienced feelings of sadness and hopelessness for two weeks or more. The stigma associated with mental health disorders and potential side effects of pharmacological treatment underscore the importance of investigating how lifestyle choices, such as physical activity might contribute to depressive symptoms. Participating in physical activity is associated with improved mood and fewer depressive symptoms in adults. However, less is known about the association between physical activity and depressive symptoms among US adolescents. Therefore, the purpose of this thesis is to investigate the potential correlation between three physical activity behaviors and two sedentary behaviors and depressive symptoms among adolescents. The current thesis performed a cross-sectional analysis using the 2015 YRBS to assess the associations among physical activity, participating in physical education and in sports, television use, non-educational electronic use, and depressive symptoms (outcome) among US high school students. Adjusting for gender, grade, race and overweight status, results from the multivariate analyses revealed that engaging in five or more days of physical activity (PA) a week and participating in at least one sports team per year was negatively associated with depressive symptoms. Further, high daily non-educational electronic use (three or more hours) was found to be positively associated with depressive symptoms, especially among females. Interaction effects were found between non-educational electronic use and gender, and among sports team participation and race. This study’s findings show that physical activity, specifically participation in sports teams, was inversely associated with adolescents’ depressive symptoms. Future research may corroborate these findings using longitudinal data. If confirmed in prospective studies using representative samples, mental health care professionals should consider incorporating recommendations for engaging in physical activity in their care plans for some adolescents with depressive symptoms. Another opportunity may be for schools to encourage students to be more physically active and participate in sports teams, not only for healthy weight but for mental health as well.
Download or read book Depression in Parents Parenting and Children written by Institute of Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2009-10-28 with total page 488 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Depression is a widespread condition affecting approximately 7.5 million parents in the U.S. each year and may be putting at least 15 million children at risk for adverse health outcomes. Based on evidentiary studies, major depression in either parent can interfere with parenting quality and increase the risk of children developing mental, behavioral and social problems. Depression in Parents, Parenting, and Children highlights disparities in the prevalence, identification, treatment, and prevention of parental depression among different sociodemographic populations. It also outlines strategies for effective intervention and identifies the need for a more interdisciplinary approach that takes biological, psychological, behavioral, interpersonal, and social contexts into consideration. A major challenge to the effective management of parental depression is developing a treatment and prevention strategy that can be introduced within a two-generation framework, conducive for parents and their children. Thus far, both the federal and state response to the problem has been fragmented, poorly funded, and lacking proper oversight. This study examines options for widespread implementation of best practices as well as strategies that can be effective in diverse service settings for diverse populations of children and their families. The delivery of adequate screening and successful detection and treatment of a depressive illness and prevention of its effects on parenting and the health of children is a formidable challenge to modern health care systems. This study offers seven solid recommendations designed to increase awareness about and remove barriers to care for both the depressed adult and prevention of effects in the child. The report will be of particular interest to federal health officers, mental and behavioral health providers in diverse parts of health care delivery systems, health policy staff, state legislators, and the general public.
Download or read book Physical Activity and Psychological Well Being written by Stuart J.H. Biddle and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2003-08-27 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 'feel-good' effect of physical activity is widely reported among participants. Physical Activity and Psychological Well-Being represents a research consensus on the relationship between physical activity and aspects of mental health, providing an overview of the case for the role of exercise in the promotion of psychological well-being. Topics covered include: * anxiety and stress * depression * mood and emotion * self-perceptions and self-esteem * cognitive functioning and ageing * psychological dysfunction This book is invaluable reading for students and researchers working in the exercise, sport and health sciences, and for health and clinical psychologists. It is also a foundation text for health promotion and health service professionals, particularly those working in the area of mental health.
Download or read book The Association Between Physical Activity and Self esteem Body Image and Depression in Overweight Women written by Anna Maria Jost and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Physical Activity and Mental Health written by Angela Clow and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2013-11-08 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With contributions from internationally renowned experts, Physical Activity and Mental Health presents research illustrating how the use of physical activity can enhance well-being and reduce the impact of potentially debilitating mental health conditions. Written for students, researchers, and professionals in exercise science, fitness, and health care fields, Physical Activity and Mental Health details the factors that influence the relationship between mental health and physical activity as well as the benefits of physical activity in dealing with mental illnesses such as Alzheimer’s disease, depression, schizophrenia, and addictive behaviors. Readers will learn how promotion of physical activity can lead to a greater sense of well-being or act as a medical intervention. Exercise readiness checklists, mental health checklists, and population-specific sample activity plans assist in creating and implementing exercise programs to meet the needs of patients or clients. Physical Activity and Mental Health begins with an exploration of the brain systems that are affected by physical activity and how these affect mental well-being. The text continues with discussion of the following topics: • An overview of physical activity guidelines and the challenges in measuring physical activity in a mental health context • How physical activity promotes well-being across the life span and among socioeconomic statuses • How physical activity and exercise can improve quality of life and recovery in people with a range of mental and physical health conditions • An examination of exercise dependence, including its relationship with eating disorders and body dysmorphia and the negative impacts of excessive exercise on mental health Learning features in each chapter assist both the student and practitioner in learning and referencing the information. A chapter outline and an editors’ introduction provide an overview of the structure and content. Key concepts cover important ideas and definitions. Evidence to Practice boxes review current knowledge and theory from a perspective of practical application. Each chapter concludes with a summary and list of references, and additional highlight boxes throughout the text accent important topics. Physical Activity and Mental Health integrates theoretical and applied approaches with practical tips on exercise programs, measurement strategies, and methodological considerations. Balancing theory and practice, this resource assists students, researchers, and practitioners in understanding the links between physical activity, well-being, and mental health and how to apply this information for the benefit of patients and clients across a range of populations and conditions.
Download or read book Encyclopedia of Psychopharmacology written by Ian Stolerman and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2010-07-31 with total page 1433 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here is a broad overview of the central topics and issues in psychopharmacology, biological psychiatry and behavioral neurosciences, with information about developments in the field, including novel drugs and technologies. The more than 2000 entries are written by leading experts in pharmacology and psychiatry and comprise in-depth essays, illustrated with full-color figures, and are presented in a lucid style.
Download or read book Leisure time Physical Activity as a Moderator of the Association Between Stress and Depression Among Low income Primary Care Female Population written by Isabel Cristina Scarinci and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Healthy lives healthy people written by Great Britain: Department of Health and published by The Stationery Office. This book was released on 2010-11-30 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Government recognises that many lifestyle-driven health problems are at alarming levels: obesity; high rates of sexually transmitted infections; a relatively large population of drug users; rising levels of harm from alcohol; 80,000 deaths a year from smoking; poor mental health; health inequalities between rich and poor. This white paper outlines the Government's proposals to protect the population from serious health threats; help people live longer, healthier and more fulfilling lives; and improve the health of the poorest. It aims to empower individuals to make healthy choices and give communities and local government the freedom, responsibility and funding to innovate and develop ways of improving public health in their area. The paper responds to Sir Michael Marmot's strategic review of health inequalities in England post 2010 - "Fair society, healthy lives" (available at http://www.marmotreview.org/AssetLibrary/pdfs/Reports/FairSocietyHealthyLives.pdf) and adopts its life course framework for tackling the wider social determinants of health. A new dedicated public health service - Public Health England - will be created to ensure excellence, expertise and responsiveness, particularly on health protection where a national response is vital. The paper gives a timetable showing how the proposals will be implemented and an annex sets out a vision of the role of the Director of Public Health. The Department is also publishing a fuller story on the health of England in "Our health and wellbeing today" (http://www.dh.gov.uk/prod_consum_dh/groups/dh_digitalassets/@dh/@en/@ps/documents/digitalasset/dh_122238.pdf), detailing the challenges and opportunities, and in 2011 will issue documents on major public health issues.
