Physical activity and depression
Towards understanding the antidepressant mechanisms of physical activity
Physical activity can treat and prevent depressive symptoms, but its antidepressant mechanisms are yet to be established. In this review, the authors comprehensively assess key biological and psychosocial mechanisms through…
Number of years of participation in some, but not all, types of physical activity during adolescence predicts level of physical activity in adulthood
Results from a 13-year study
Background: Adolescent physical activity (PA) levels track into adulthood. However it is not known if type of PA participated in during adolescence is associated with PA levels later in life.…
Prevalence and correlates of exergaming in youth
Objectives: Less than 15% of children and adolescents participate regularly in physical activity (PA) and, with ever-increasing obesity, strategies to improve PA levels in youth are urgently needed. Exergaming offers…