Physical Activity and Psychological Well-Being

Nonfiction, Sports, Health & Well Being, Psychology
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Author: ISBN: 9781134566822
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: August 27, 2003
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author:
ISBN: 9781134566822
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: August 27, 2003
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

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.

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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.

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