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Synopsis
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.
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. [169]-195) and index.
Table of Contents
The case for exercise in the promotion of mental health and psychological well-being / Kenneth R. Fox ... et al. -- Physical activity, anxiety, and stress / Adrian H. Taylor -- The relationship between physical activity and clinically defined depression / Nanette Mutrie -- Emotion, mood and physical activity / Stuart J.H. Biddle -- The effects of exercise on self-perceptions and self-esteem / Kenneth R. Fox -- Cognitive performance, fitness, and ageing / Stephen H. Boutcher -- Physical activity as a source of psychological dysfunction / Attila Szabo -- The way forward for physical activity and the promotion of psychological well-being / Stuart J.H. Biddle ... et al..