[Regular physical activity and mental health. The role of exercise in the prevention of, and intervention in depressive disorders].
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- Johanna Takács
- Journal
- PubMed
- Year
- 2014
- Citations
- 13
TL;DR
This meta-analysis found that regular exercise is a powerful and effective intervention for both preventing and treating depression, with effects appearing within 4-8 weeks, making it a promising self-experiment for mood improvement.
What they tested
This meta-analysis investigated the relationship between physical activity and mental health, specifically focusing on the effectiveness of exercise as an intervention for preventing and treating depressive disorders.
The primary interventions