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McCartan CJ, Yap J, Best P, Breedvelt J, Breslin G, Firth J, Tully MA, Webb P, White C, Gilbody S, Churchill R, Davidson G. Factors that influence participation in physical activity for people with bipolar disorder: a synthesis of qualitative evidence. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2024; 6:CD013557. [PMID: 38837220 PMCID: PMC11152184 DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd013557.pub2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/07/2024]
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BACKGROUND Mental health problems contribute significantly to the overall disease burden worldwide and are major causes of disability, suicide, and ischaemic heart disease. People with bipolar disorder report lower levels of physical activity than the general population, and are at greater risk of chronic health conditions including cardiovascular disease and obesity. These contribute to poor health outcomes. Physical activity has the potential to improve quality of life and physical and mental well-being. OBJECTIVES To identify the factors that influence participation in physical activity for people diagnosed with bipolar disorder from the perspectives of service users, carers, service providers, and practitioners to help inform the design and implementation of interventions that promote physical activity. SEARCH METHODS We searched MEDLINE, PsycINFO, and eight other databases to March 2021. We also contacted experts in the field, searched the grey literature, and carried out reference checking and citation searching to identify additional studies. There were no language restrictions. SELECTION CRITERIA We included qualitative studies and mixed-methods studies with an identifiable qualitative component. We included studies that focused on the experiences and attitudes of service users, carers, service providers, and healthcare professionals towards physical activity for bipolar disorder. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS We extracted data using a data extraction form designed for this review. We assessed methodological limitations using a list of predefined questions. We used the "best fit" framework synthesis based on a revised version of the Health Belief Model to analyse and present the evidence. We assessed methodological limitations using the CASP Qualitative Checklist. We used the GRADE-CERQual (Confidence in the Evidence from Reviews of Qualitative research) guidance to assess our confidence in each finding. We examined each finding to identify factors to inform the practice of health and care professionals and the design and development of physical activity interventions for people with bipolar disorder. MAIN RESULTS We included 12 studies involving a total of 592 participants (422 participants who contributed qualitative data to an online survey, 170 participants in qualitative research studies). Most studies explored the views and experiences of physical activity of people with experience of bipolar disorder. A number of studies also reported on personal experiences of physical activity components of lifestyle interventions. One study included views from family carers and clinicians. The majority of studies were from high-income countries, with only one study conducted in a middle-income country. Most participants were described as stable and had been living with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder for a number of years. We downgraded our confidence in several of the findings from high confidence to moderate or low confidence, as some findings were based on only small amounts of data, and the findings were based on studies from only a few countries, questioning the relevance of these findings to other settings. We also had very few perspectives of family members, other carers, or health professionals supporting people with bipolar disorder. The studies did not include any findings from service providers about their perspectives on supporting this aspect of care. There were a number of factors that limited people's ability to undertake physical activity. Shame and stigma about one's physical appearance and mental health diagnosis were discussed. Some people felt their sporting skills/competencies had been lost when they left school. Those who had been able to maintain exercise through the transition into adulthood appeared to be more likely to include physical activity in their regular routine. Physical health limits and comorbid health conditions limited activity. This included bipolar medication, being overweight, smoking, alcohol use, poor diet and sleep, and these barriers were linked to negative coping skills. Practical problems included affordability, accessibility, transport links, and the weather. Workplace or health schemes that offered discounts were viewed positively. The lack of opportunity for exercise within inpatient mental health settings was a problem. Facilitating factors included being psychologically stable and ready to adopt new lifestyle behaviours. There were positive benefits of being active outdoors and connecting with nature. Achieving balance, rhythm, and routine helped to support mood management. Fitting physical activity into a regular routine despite fluctuating mood or motivation appeared to be beneficial if practised at the right intensity and pace. Over- or under-exercising could be counterproductive and accelerate depressive or manic moods. Physical activity also helped to provide a structure to people's daily routines and could lead to other positive lifestyle benefits. Monitoring physical or other activities could be an effective way to identify potential triggers or early warning signs. Technology was helpful for some. People who had researched bipolar disorder and had developed a better understanding of the condition showed greater confidence in managing their care or providing care to others. Social support from friends/family or health professionals was an enabling factor, as was finding the right type of exercise, which for many people was walking. Other benefits included making social connections, weight loss, improved quality of life, and better mood regulation. Few people had been told of the benefits of physical activity. Better education and training of health professionals could support a more holistic approach to physical and mental well-being. Involving mental health professionals in the multidisciplinary delivery of physical activity interventions could be beneficial and improve care. Clear guidelines could help people to initiate and incorporate lifestyle changes. AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS There is very little research focusing on factors that influence participation in physical activity in bipolar disorder. The studies we identified suggest that men and women with bipolar disorder face a range of obstacles and challenges to being active. The evidence also suggests that there are effective ways to promote managed physical activity. The research highlighted the important role that health and care settings, and professionals, can play in assessing individuals' physical health needs and how healthy lifestyles may be promoted. Based on these findings, we have provided a summary of key elements to consider for developing physical activity interventions for bipolar disorder.
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- Claire J McCartan
- IMPACT Research Centre, Northern Health & Social Care Trust, Antrim, UK
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- Mental Health Foundation, London, UK
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- School of Social Sciences, Education & Social Work, Queen's University Belfast, Belfast, UK
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- Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, King's College London, London, UK
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- School of Psychology, Queen's University Belfast, Belfast, UK
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- Division of Psychology & Mental Health, University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
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- Institute of Mental Health Sciences, School of Health Sciences, Ulster University, Newtownabbey, UK
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- Mental Health and Addiction Research Group, Department of Health Sciences, University of York, York, UK
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- Centre for Reviews and Dissemination, University of York, York, UK
- Cochrane Common Mental Disorders, University of York, York, UK
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- School of Social Sciences, Education & Social Work, Queen's University Belfast, Belfast, UK
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Adshead C, Runacres J. Sharing is Caring: A Realist Evaluation of a Social Support Group for Individuals Who Have Been Bereaved by Suicide. OMEGA-JOURNAL OF DEATH AND DYING 2024; 89:172-190. [PMID: 35098795 DOI: 10.1177/00302228211070152] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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AIM To understand the experiences and perceived impact on the wellbeing of individuals attending a suicide bereavement social support group. DESIGN A qualitative study guided by a realist evaluation framework. METHODS Data were collected from May-July 2020 using online semistructured individual interviews with participants (N = 6), from the North West of England recruited from a suicide bereavement support group's social media. Data were analysed using thematic analysis informed by the realist framework. RESULTS Effective social support includes the prioritisation of building meaningful connections with like-minded individuals, providing a safe space for authentic self-expression aiding personal relationship maintenance. Contextual factors included: Societal and cultural stigma of suicide, self-stigma and gender norms. Mechanisms influencing support seeking include: Not wanting to burden loved ones due to judgement, and a lack of understanding. IMPACT Policymakers can reduce demand on healthcare systems by developing tailored support groups to suit individual needs.
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Liguori F, Saraiello E, Calella P. Premenstrual Syndrome and Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder's Impact on Quality of Life, and the Role of Physical Activity. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2023; 59:2044. [PMID: 38004093 PMCID: PMC10673441 DOI: 10.3390/medicina59112044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2023] [Revised: 11/13/2023] [Accepted: 11/16/2023] [Indexed: 11/26/2023]
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Most women who menstruate experience various physical, psychological, and behavioral changes during the period between ovulation and menstruation. This study focuses on defining and diagnosing premenstrual disorders, distinguishing between premenstrual symptoms (PS), PMS, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). It highlights the prevalence of these conditions and their impact on women's quality of life, including social, occupational, and psychological aspects. Furthermore, the study examines the role of physical activity, particularly aerobic exercise, in managing premenstrual symptoms. Several systematic reviews are cited, suggesting that regular physical activity can effectively reduce both physical and psychological symptoms associated with PMS. In conclusion, the management of PMS involves a multifaceted approach, with exercises, dietary modifications, stress management, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and medications all playing roles. Physical activity, especially aerobic exercise, has been found to be an effective non-pharmacological therapy for alleviating PMS symptoms and improving overall well-being. However, more research is needed to determine the optimal type and dosage of exercise for individual women with PMS.
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- Department of Medical, Movement Sciences and Wellbeing, University of Naples “Parthenope”, 80133 Naples, Italy; (F.L.); (E.S.)
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Massey H, Denton H, Burlingham A, Violato M, Bibby-Jones AM, Cunningham R, Ciccognani S, Robertson S, Strauss C. OUTdoor Swimming as a nature-based Intervention for DEpression (OUTSIDE): study protocol for a feasibility randomised control trial comparing an outdoor swimming intervention to usual care for adults experiencing mild to moderate symptoms of depression. Pilot Feasibility Stud 2023; 9:122. [PMID: 37443045 DOI: 10.1186/s40814-023-01358-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2022] [Accepted: 07/05/2023] [Indexed: 07/15/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Depression is common and the prevalence increasing worldwide; at least 1 in 10 people will experience depression in their lifetime. It is associated with economic costs at the individual, healthcare and societal level. Recommended treatments include medication and psychological therapies. However, given the long waiting times, and sometimes poor concordance and engagement with these treatments, a greater range of approaches are needed. Evidence for the potential of outdoor swimming as an intervention to support recovery from depression is emerging, but randomised controlled trials (RCTs) evaluating clinical and cost-effectiveness are lacking. This study seeks to investigate the feasibility of conducting a definitive superiority RCT, comparing an 8-session outdoor swimming course offered in addition to usual care compared to usual care only, in adults who are experiencing mild to moderate symptoms of depression. Feasibility questions will examine recruitment and retention rates, acceptability of randomisation and measures, and identify the primary outcome measure that will inform the sample size calculation for a definitive full-scale RCT. This study will also explore potential facilitators and barriers of participation through evaluation questionnaires, focus-group discussions and interviews. METHODS/DESIGN To address these aims and objectives, a feasibility superiority RCT with 1:1 allocation will be undertaken. We will recruit 88 participants with mild to moderate symptoms of depression through social prescribing organisations and social media in three sites in England. Participants will be randomised to either (1) intervention (8-session outdoor swimming course) plus usual care or (2) usual care only. Both groups will be followed up for a further 8 weeks. DISCUSSION If findings from this feasibility RCT are favourable, a fully powered RCT will be conducted to investigate the clinical- and cost-effectiveness of the intervention. Findings from the definitive trial will provide evidence about outdoor swimming for depression for policymakers and has the potential to lead to greater choice of interventions for adults experiencing symptoms of depression. TRIAL REGISTRATION Current controlled trial registration number is ISRCTN 90851983 registered on 19 May 2022.
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- Heather Massey
- Extreme Environments Laboratory, School of Sport, Health and Exercise Sciences, University of Portsmouth, Spinnaker Building, Portsmouth, PO1 2ER, UK.
- R&D Department, Sussex Education Centre, Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, Nevill Avenue, Brighton & Hove, BN3 7HZ, UK.
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- R&D Department, Sussex Education Centre, Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, Nevill Avenue, Brighton & Hove, BN3 7HZ, UK
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- Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust, Coventry, UK
- Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust, Birmingham, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Population Health, Health Economics Research Centre, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- R&D Department, Sussex Education Centre, Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, Nevill Avenue, Brighton & Hove, BN3 7HZ, UK
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- Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust, Birmingham, UK
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- R&D Department, Sussex Education Centre, Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, Nevill Avenue, Brighton & Hove, BN3 7HZ, UK
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- R&D Department, Sussex Education Centre, Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, Nevill Avenue, Brighton & Hove, BN3 7HZ, UK
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- R&D Department, Sussex Education Centre, Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, Nevill Avenue, Brighton & Hove, BN3 7HZ, UK
- School of Psychology, University of Sussex, Pevensey Building, Brighton & Hove, Falmer, BN1 9QH, UK
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Abdelhamid MS, El-Farargy AF, Abdelhai Esawi O. Synthesis and evaluation of novel thiazole moiety-containing compounds as antibreast cancer agents. Anticancer Drugs 2023; 34:563-581. [PMID: 36847066 DOI: 10.1097/cad.0000000000001401] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/01/2023]
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Progesterone receptor (PR) agonists represent pivotal agents in trapping breast cancer cells through modulating the expression of estrogen receptor (ER). The present investigation aimed to test three novel thiadiazole-containing compounds as antibreast cancer agents. Test compounds were synthesized and abbreviated as 2-{(5-amino-1, 3, 4-thiazole-2-yl) amino}-4-(4-chloro-3-methylphenyl)-4-oxobutanoic acid (TAB), 4-(4-chloro-3-methylphenyl)-4-oxo 2-[(5-sulfanyl-1, 3, 4-thiadiazol-2-yl)] sulfanyl-butanoic acid (TSB) and 4-(4-chloro-3-methylphenyl)-4-oxo 2-[(5-sulfanyl-1, 3, 4-thiadiazol-2-yl)] sulphonyl-botanic acid (TSSB). Molecular docking of the test compounds with PR was simulated. The IC 50 of the test compounds against both Michigan cancer foundation-7 (MCF-7) and HepG2 was determined. Ehrlich solid tumor (EST) was grown in the right thigh of the mouse as a model of breast cancer in vivo . Hepatic and renal functions, besides hematological indicators, were tested. The expression of ER and ER genes in EST was determined using real-time PCR. Immunohistochemistry was carried out for the determination of Ki-67 and cyclin-dependent kinase 1 (CDK-1) in EST. Our results revealed that TAB, TSB and TSSB reduced Ehrlich tumor size by 48, 64 and 52%, respectively, compared to the EST control group. The docking scores achieved by TAB, TSB and TSSB with PR were -9.29, -9.41 and -9.24 kcal/mol, respectively. The most potent compound against MCF-7 was TSB, with an IC 50 of 3.9 g/ml. The administration of test compounds suppressed Ki-67 and CDK1, and the best effect was observed at TSB. Our findings suggest that test compounds are applicants to be antibreast cancer agents.
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Santos IK, Pichini GS, Daniel d. Ferreira C, Dantas PB, Browne RAV, de Queiros V, Soares GM, Gonçalves AK, Cabral BG, Maranhão TMO, Dantas PMS. Effects of high-intensity interval training in combination with detraining on mental health in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: A randomized controlled trial. Front Physiol 2022; 13:948414. [PMID: 36246128 PMCID: PMC9556821 DOI: 10.3389/fphys.2022.948414] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2022] [Accepted: 09/01/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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This study aimed to investigate the effects of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and detraining on the quality of life and mental health of 23 women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Participants were randomly assigned to the HIIT group (n = 12) [26.0 ± 3.92] and the control group (n = 11) [26.6 ± 4.68]. HIIT sessions comprised 40–60 min, 3 days a week for 12 weeks, followed by detraining for 30 days. We assessed the quality of life using the Short Form Health Survey (SF-36) and mental health by the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-21), and we compared group changes on these variables at three time points: 1) at baseline, 2) after 12 weeks of HIIT (or no training), and 3) after 30 days of detraining (or no training). The participants were classified as overweight and had a high percentage of body fat (41.5%) and irregular menstrual cycles (amenorrhea) (66.7%). Throughout training, participants in the HIIT group reported improvements in domains of the quality of life: functional capacity (M = 80.4 ± 3.4 vs. M = 87.0 ± 3.1), physical role functioning (M = 72.5 ± 9.4 vs. M = 81.8 ± 9.7), and general health perception (M = 48.6 ± 4.6 vs. M = 69.0 ± 5.8). Regarding anxiety symptoms (M = 6.4 ± 1.6 vs. M = 3.7 ± 0.7) and depression symptoms (M = 6.7 ± 1.6 vs. M = 3.8 ± 0.9), those reduced significantly after HIIT. After a 30-day detraining period, there was an increase in the significant change in the quality of life; however, domains of mental health showed instability. In summary, the HIIT program promoted improvements in the quality of life and mental health in women with PCOS. The 30 days of detraining changed the benefits in the quality of life and stability in the changes in mental health domains.
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Bradley SL, Reardon CL. Bipolar disorder and eating disorders in sport: a case of comorbidity and review of treatment principles in an elite athlete. PHYSICIAN SPORTSMED 2022; 50:84-92. [PMID: 33506705 DOI: 10.1080/00913847.2021.1881841] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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OBJECTIVES There is overlap between the typical age of onset of bipolar disorder (BD) and the age of peak athletic success. Additionally, eating disorders (EDs) are prevalent psychiatric disorders in athletes. Despite the relevance of both disorders in this population, there remains a need for treatment guidelines, especially when present as comorbidities given the complex interplay between them. METHODS This report provides background information and utilizes a case report to explore the presentation and treatment of BD comorbid with an ED in an athlete. It specifically highlights the case of an elite female long-distance runner utilizing a multidisciplinary approach specific to the patient's unique needs as an athlete. RESULTS Treatment of this elite athlete utilized strategic pharmacotherapy taking into consideration her training and competition cycles. At 16 week follow-up, the patient was psychiatrically stable, experienced improvement in her running and felt confident in choosing to stay on medication and continue her running career. CONCLUSION It is important for providers who work with high-level athletes to provide treatment choices that allow athletes to safely and successfully continue their sport while adequately treating their mental illness. Treatment guidelines that increasingly take into consideration complex psychiatric comorbidities and nuanced pharmacologic approaches are needed in order to advance the field of sports psychiatry.
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- School of Medicine and Public Health Department of Psychiatry, University Health Services, University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI, USA
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Alpers SE, Furulund E, Pallesen S, Mamen A, Dyrstad SM, Fadnes LT. The Role of Physical Activity in Opioid Substitution Therapy: A Systematic Review of Interventional and Observational Studies. Subst Abuse 2022; 16:11782218221111840. [PMID: 35845970 PMCID: PMC9280793 DOI: 10.1177/11782218221111840] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2021] [Accepted: 06/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Background: Use of physical activity in the treatment and follow-up of people receiving opioid substitution therapy is an understudied area of research. Therefore, the objective of this systematic review was to synthesize the currently available research on the role of physical activity in opioid substitution therapy and proper adaptions for the group. Methods: A systematic search was performed on PsycINFO, EMBASE, MEDLINE, CINAHL, and Web of Science until September 2021 (PROSPERO-reg.no: CRD42020109873). The inclusion criteria were studies involving physical activity interventions for opioid substitution patients. Reference lists of relevant studies were screened to identify additional relevant studies. Data extracted were compiled into tables and descriptively presented. Results: The search yielded 2105 unique records. A total of 10 studies were included, whose methodological quality ranged from satisfactory to very good. Study quality was assessed using a 7-/8-point quality score. The agreement between the reviewers, assessed with Cohen’s kappa, was 0.91. Overall, the results suggest that physical activity increases physical fitness of patients in opioid substitution therapy and decreases substance use. The minority of studies in this field are of high quality with sufficient power. Conclusions: The findings of this systematic review suggest beneficial effects of physical activity on physical fitness, substance use, and mental health for patients in opioid substitution therapy. Although the findings are quite consistent across studies, high-quality studies and sufficiently powered clinical trials are needed to confirm and validate the findings and to conclude on the degree of impact.
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- Silvia Eiken Alpers
- Department of Addiction Medicine, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway
- Department of Clinical Psychology, Faculty of Psychology, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
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- Centre for Alcohol and Drug Research, Stavanger University Hospital, Stavanger, Norway
- Bergen Addiction Research, Department of Addiction Medicine, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway
- Department of Global Public Health and Primary Care, Faculty of Medicine, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Psychosocial Science, Faculty of Psychology, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
- Optentia Research Focus Area, North-West University, Vanderbijlpark, South Africa
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- School of Health Sciences, Kristiania University College, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Public Health, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Stavanger, Stavanger, Norway
- Department of Education and Sport Science, University of Stavanger, Stavanger, Norway
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- Bergen Addiction Research, Department of Addiction Medicine, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway
- Department of Global Public Health and Primary Care, Faculty of Medicine, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
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Witkoś J, Hartman-Petrycka M. The Influence of Running and Dancing on the Occurrence and Progression of Premenstrual Disorders. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:7946. [PMID: 34360242 PMCID: PMC8345691 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18157946] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2021] [Revised: 07/21/2021] [Accepted: 07/23/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Background: The aim of the study was to assess the influence of both physical activity, such as running and dancing, and the personal characteristics of the studied women on the occurrence and progression of premenstrual disorder (PMD). Methods: We surveyed 414 women aged 22-48 who were experiencing the menstrual cycle but not using hormonal contraception. There were two physically active groups, runners (N = 215) and Argentine tango dancers (N = 94), and there was one group not undertaking any physical activity-the control group (N = 104). The research was conducted using the researchers' own questionnaire. Results: The number of days of PMD symptoms in the tango vs. runner vs. control groups are as follows: pre-bleeding (mean: 4.14 vs. 4.86 vs. 4.85; p = 0.024), after the onset of bleeding (mean: 1.76 vs. 2.39 vs. 2.16; p = 0.001), and in total (mean: 5.94 vs. 7.25 vs. 7.01; p < 0.001). The regression analysis results without grouping results are as follows: the number of days of symptoms before bleeding and menarche (B: -0.16; 95% CIs: from -0.29 to -0.04; p = 0.011), the total duration of symptoms and menarche (B: -0.17; 95% CIs: from -0.32 to -0.01; p = 0.036), lower abdominal pain and age (B: -0.05; 95% CIs: 0.92-0.98; p = 0.002), diarrhoea (B: -0.08; 95% CIs: 0.88-0.97; p < 0.001), tearfulness, depressive states and age (B: -0.06; 95% CIs: 0.91-0.97; p < 0.001), skin problems and age (B: -0.05; 95% CIs: 0.92-0.98; p = 0.004), joint pain and age (B: -0.09; 95% CIs: 0.86-0.96; p = 0.001), pain in the lumbar spine (B: -0.06, 95% CIs: 0.91-0.98; p = 0.001), water retention and BMI (B: 0.09; 95% CIs: 0.92-0.98; p = 0.007), and water retention and menarche (B: -0.19; 95% CIs: 0.73-0.94; p = 0.003). Information: generally there is one regression model, we have several here, we have a bit the description. Conclusions: Physical activity such as dancing (tango) shortens the duration of PMD symptoms but does not completely eliminate them. Running does not have as beneficial an effect on symptom relief as dancing. Current age, age when menstruation began (menarche), and BMI were revealed to be important factors influencing the symptoms of premenstrual disorders.
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- Joanna Witkoś
- Faculty of Medicine and Health Science, Andrzej Frycz Modrzewski Krakow University, G. Herlinga-Grudzińskiego Street 1, 30-705 Kraków, Poland
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- Department of Basic Biomedical Science, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland, Kasztanowa Street 3, 41-200 Sosnowiec, Poland;
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The Effect of Tai Chi Chuan on Emotional Health: Potential Mechanisms and Prefrontal Cortex Hypothesis. EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE 2021; 2021:5549006. [PMID: 34007290 PMCID: PMC8110391 DOI: 10.1155/2021/5549006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2021] [Revised: 03/25/2021] [Accepted: 04/22/2021] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Deep involvement in the negative mood over long periods of time likely results in emotional disturbances/disorders and poor mental health. Tai Chi Chuan (TCC) is regarded as a typical mind-body practice combining aerobic exercise and meditation to prevent and treat negative mood. Although there are an increasing number of TCC studies examining anxiety, depression, and mental stress, the mechanisms underlying these negative emotions are not fully understood. This review study examined TCC studies related to emotional health from both clinical patients and healthy individuals. Next, several potential mechanisms from physiological, psychological, and neurological perspectives were evaluated based on direct and indirect research evidence. We reviewed recent functional magnetic resonance imaging studies, which demonstrated changes in brain anatomy and function, mainly in the prefrontal cortex, following TCC practice. Finally, the effects of TCC on emotion/mental health is depicted with a prefrontal cortex hypothesis that proposed “an immune system of the mind” indicating the role of the prefrontal cortex as a flexible hub in regulating an individual's mental health. The prefrontal cortex is likely a key biomarker among the multiple complex neural correlates to help an individual manage negative emotions/mental health. Future research is needed to examine TCC effects on mental health by examining the relationship between the executive control system (mainly prefrontal cortex) and limbic network (including amygdala, insula, and hippocampal gyrus).
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Oh T, Kang JH, Kwon K. Is there a relationship between spectator sports consumptionand life satisfaction? MANAGING SPORT AND LEISURE 2020. [DOI: 10.1080/23750472.2020.1784035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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- Taeyeon Oh
- Health and Sport Analytics Laboratory, Department of Health, Exercise Science & Recreation Management, University of Mississippi, Mississippi, USA
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- Department of Physical Education, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Physical Education, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea
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Exercise for premenstrual syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials. BJGP Open 2020; 4:bjgpopen20X101032. [PMID: 32522750 PMCID: PMC7465566 DOI: 10.3399/bjgpopen20x101032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2019] [Accepted: 11/29/2019] [Indexed: 01/13/2023] Open
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Background Exercise is recommended as a treatment for premenstrual syndrome (PMS) in clinical guidelines, but this is currently based on poor-quality trial evidence. Aim To systematically review the evidence for the effectiveness of exercise as a treatment for PMS. Design & setting This systematic review searched eight major databases, including MEDLINE, EMBASE and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL), and two trial registries from inception until April 2019. Method Randomised controlled trials (RCTs) comparing exercise interventions of a minimum of 8-weeks duration with non-exercise comparator groups in women with PMS were included. Mean change scores for any continuous PMS outcome measure were extracted from eligible trials and standardised mean differences (SMDs) were calculated where possible. Random-effects meta-analysis of the effect of exercise on global PMS symptoms was the primary outcome. Secondary analyses examined the effects of exercise on predetermined clusters of psychological, physical, and behavioural symptoms. Results A total of 436 non-duplicate returns were screened, with 15 RCTs eligible for inclusion (n = 717). Seven trials contributed data to the primary outcome meta-analysis (n = 265); participants randomised to an exercise intervention reported reduced global PMS symptom scores (SMD = -1.08; 95% confidence interval [CI] = -1.88 to -0.29) versus comparator, but with substantial heterogeneity (I2 = 87%). Secondary results for psychological (SMD = -1.67; 95% CI = -2.38 to -0.96), physical (SMD = -1.62; 95% CI = -2.41 to -0.83) and behavioural (SMD = -1.94; 95% CI = -2.45 to -1.44) symptom groupings displayed similar findings. Most trials (87%) were considered at high risk of bias. Conclusion Based on current evidence, exercise may be an effective treatment for PMS, but some uncertainty remains.
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Zheng X, Chen J, Guo Y, Xiong Q, Hu Y, Shi S, Li C, Yu Q. The buffer effect of physical activity: Why does parental marital satisfaction affect adolescents' problematic Internet use. Addict Behav Rep 2020; 11:100271. [PMID: 32300636 PMCID: PMC7152658 DOI: 10.1016/j.abrep.2020.100271] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2020] [Revised: 03/16/2020] [Accepted: 03/25/2020] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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Marital satisfaction negatively predicted adolescents' problematic internet use (PIU). Depression mediated the relationship between marital satisfaction and PIU. The mediating effect was significant for individuals with low physical activity. The mediating effect was not significant for individuals with high physical activity.
Introduction To explore the moderating effect of physical activity and the mediating effect of depression on the relationship between marital satisfaction and adolescents’ problematic internet use (PIU). Methods This study adopted a sample of 288 adolescents and their parents, and measured adolescents’ depression, PIU, physical activity, and parents’ marital satisfaction. Results These results showed that parental marital satisfaction negatively predicted adolescents' PIU. Adolescents’ depression played a mediating role between parental marital satisfaction and adolescents’ PIU. Further mediated moderation effect analysis showed that the interaction between marital satisfaction and adolescents' physical activity affected the PIU through adolescents’ depression. Specifically, for individuals with lower physical activity, the marital satisfaction affected the PIU through adolescents' depression. However, for the group with higher physical activity, physical activity weakened the effects of marital satisfaction on adolescents' depression, and the mediating effect of depression did not reach a significant level. Conclusion These results are of theoretical and practical significance in understanding and intervening to address adolescents' PIU.
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- Xintong Zheng
- Graduate School of Education, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, No 1037 Luoyu Rd, Hongshan District, Wuhan, Hubei 430074, China
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- Graduate School of Education, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, No 1037 Luoyu Rd, Hongshan District, Wuhan, Hubei 430074, China
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- Department of Business Administration, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Champaign, IL, USA
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- Jiangxi University of Finance and Economics, China
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- School of Educational Science, Hunan Normal University, No 36. Lushan Road, Yuelu District, Changsha 410081, China
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- RDFZ Chaoyang Branch School, No. 8 Taiyanggong Nanlin st, Chaoyang District, Beijing 100020, China
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- School of Psychology, Central China Normal University, No 152 Luoyu Rd, Hongshan District Wuhan, Hubei 430079, China
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- Key Laboratory of Adolescent Cyberpsychology and Behavior (CCNU), Ministry of Education, School of Psychology, Central China Normal University, Central China Normal University Branch, Collaborative Innovation Center of Assessment Toward Basic Education Quality, No 152 Luoyu Rd, Hongshan District Wuhan, Hubei 430079, China
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McCartan CJ, Yap J, Firth J, Stubbs B, Tully MA, Best P, Webb P, White C, Gilbody S, Churchill R, Breedvelt JJF, Davidson G. Factors that influence participation in physical activity for people with bipolar disorder: a synthesis of qualitative evidence. Hippokratia 2020. [DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd013557] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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- Claire J McCartan
- Queen's University Belfast; Centre for Evidence & Social Innovation, School of Social Sciences, Education & Social Work; 6 College Park Belfast Northern Ireland UK BT7 1LP
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- Mental Health Foundation; London UK
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- University of Manchester; Division of Psychology & Mental Health; Manchester UK
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- Kings College London; Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience; London UK
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- Ulster University; Institute of Mental Health Sciences, School of Health Sciences; Shore Road Newtownabbey Northern Ireland UK BT37 0QB
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- Queen's University Belfast; Centre for Evidence & Social Innovation, School of Social Sciences, Education & Social Work; 6 College Park Belfast Northern Ireland UK BT7 1LP
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- University of York; Mental Health and Addiction Research Group, Department of Health Sciences; Seebohm Rowntree Building York UK YO10 5DD
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- University of York; Centre for Reviews and Dissemination; Heslington York UK YO10 5DD
- University of York; Cochrane Common Mental Disorders; York - None - UK Y010 5DD
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- Queen's University Belfast; Centre for Evidence & Social Innovation, School of Social Sciences, Education & Social Work; 6 College Park Belfast Northern Ireland UK BT7 1LP
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Shaphe MA, Chahal A. Relation of Physical Activity with the Depression: A Short Review. J Lifestyle Med 2020; 10:1-6. [PMID: 32328443 PMCID: PMC7171062 DOI: 10.15280/jlm.2020.10.1.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2019] [Accepted: 01/16/2020] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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According to the studies, physical exercise can prove to be a viable tool for the treatment of depressed patients. In the present review, various research studies from the year 2017-2019 were analyzed. Various reviews also confirmed that exercise played important role in the treatment of depression. After study, it was confirmed that structured and adherence to the exercise played an important role in the success of exercise protocol towards the treatment of patients. Conventional methods such as pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy were also discussed. It was also studied that sedentary behavior of patients with mental disorder can affect the patient badly. Therefore, all the studies concluded that exercise can be considered as better tool for the treatment of depressed patients if exercise are structured and protocol are regularly performed.
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- Maharishi Markandeshwar Institute of Physiotherapy and Rehabhilitataion, Maharishi Markandeshwar, Mullana, Ambala, Haryana, India
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Anaerobic training and its effects on sleep quality, state, and trait anxiety in collegiate athletes. SPORT SCIENCES FOR HEALTH 2019. [DOI: 10.1007/s11332-019-00553-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Li J, Theng YL, Foo S, Xu X. Exergames vs. traditional exercise: investigating the influencing mechanism of platform effect on subthreshold depression among older adults. Aging Ment Health 2018; 22:1634-1641. [PMID: 28984486 DOI: 10.1080/13607863.2017.1385722] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to examine the influencing mechanism of exercise platform effect on subthreshold depression among older adults by comparing exergames and traditional exercise. METHOD One hundred and two Singaporean older adults were assigned to either playing Wii exergames or performing traditional exercise programs once a week, for six weeks. RESULTS Results confirmed a direct negative platform effect on subthreshold depression and further supported the mediation role of positive emotions in the platform effect. It implied that exergames led to higher positive emotions than traditional exercise, which further reduced the subthreshold depression among older adults. Self-efficacy was not supported to be a significant mediator in the relations between exercise platform and subthreshold depression. CONCLUSION A better understanding of the mechanisms behind the antidepressant effects of exercise platform would not only provide additional insight into a possible causal association, but also inspire the future use of exergames in the treatment of subthreshold depression.
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- Jinhui Li
- a W ee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information , Nanyang Technological University , Singapore
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- a W ee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information , Nanyang Technological University , Singapore
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- a W ee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information , Nanyang Technological University , Singapore
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- a W ee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information , Nanyang Technological University , Singapore
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Daley AJ. Exercise therapy and mental health in clinical populations: is exercise therapy a worthwhile intervention? ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2018. [DOI: 10.1192/apt.8.4.262] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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There is widespread support for a positive and lasting relationship between participation in regular exercise and various indices of mental health, and several consensus documents and reviews (e.g. Biddleet al, 2000; Craft & Landers, 1998) have been published in this field. The evidence for psychological benefits, although impressive for mentally healthy individuals, is even stronger for psychiatric populations (Martinsen & Stephens, 1994). For example, a number of studies have demonstrated a positive relationship between exercise and mental health in people with alcohol misuse problems (Donaghyet al, 1991), people with schizophrenia (Chamove, 1986; Faulkner & Sparkes, 1999) and those with clinical depression (Mutrie, 1988; Martinsen, 1993; 1994; Martinsenet al, 1989a, b).
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Codella R, Terruzzi I, Luzi L. Sugars, exercise and health. J Affect Disord 2017; 224:76-86. [PMID: 27817910 DOI: 10.1016/j.jad.2016.10.035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2016] [Revised: 10/19/2016] [Accepted: 10/23/2016] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND There is a direct link between a variety of addictions and mood states to which exercise could be relieving. Sugar addiction has been recently counted as another binge/compulsive/addictive eating behavior, differently induced, leading to a high-significant health problem. Regularly exercising at moderate intensity has been shown to efficiently and positively impact upon physiological imbalances caused by several morbid conditions, including affective disorders. Even in a wider set of physchiatric diseases, physical exercise has been prescribed as a complementary therapeutic strategy. METHOD A comprehensive literature search was carried out in the Cochrane Library and MEDLINE databases (search terms: sugar addiction, food craving, exercise therapy, training, physical fitness, physical activity, rehabilitation and aerobic). RESULTS Seeking high-sugar diets, also in a reward- or craving-addiction fashion, can generate drastic metabolic derangements, often interpolated with affective disorders, for which exercise may represent a valuable, universal, non-pharmachological barrier. LIMITATIONS More research in humans is needed to confirm potential exercise-mechanisms that may break the bond between sugar over-consumption and affective disorders. CONCLUSIONS The purpose of this review is to address the importance of physical exercise in reversing the gloomy scenario of unhealthy diets and sedentary lifestyles in our modern society.
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- Roberto Codella
- Department of Biomedical Sciences for Health, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy; Metabolism Research Center, IRCCS Policlinico San Donato, San Donato Milanese, Italy
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- Diabetes Research Institute, Metabolism, Nutrigenomics and Cellular Differentiation Unit, San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences for Health, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy; Metabolism Research Center, IRCCS Policlinico San Donato, San Donato Milanese, Italy.
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Tipton MJ, Collier N, Massey H, Corbett J, Harper M. Cold water immersion: kill or cure? Exp Physiol 2017; 102:1335-1355. [DOI: 10.1113/ep086283] [Citation(s) in RCA: 62] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2017] [Accepted: 08/17/2017] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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- M. J. Tipton
- Extreme Environments Laboratory, Department of Sport & Exercise Science; University of Portsmouth; Portsmouth UK
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- Extreme Environments Laboratory, Department of Sport & Exercise Science; University of Portsmouth; Portsmouth UK
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- Extreme Environments Laboratory, Department of Sport & Exercise Science; University of Portsmouth; Portsmouth UK
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- Extreme Environments Laboratory, Department of Sport & Exercise Science; University of Portsmouth; Portsmouth UK
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- Brighton and Sussex University Hospital NHS Trust; Royal Sussex County Hospital; Brighton UK
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Nam JY, Kim J, Cho KH, Choi J, Shin J, Park EC. The impact of sitting time and physical activity on major depressive disorder in South Korean adults: a cross-sectional study. BMC Psychiatry 2017; 17:274. [PMID: 28754158 PMCID: PMC5534054 DOI: 10.1186/s12888-017-1439-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2016] [Accepted: 07/23/2017] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Previous studies have examined associations between sitting time and negative health outcomes and mental health. However, the relationship between overall sitting time and major depressive disorder (MDD) in South Korea has not been studied. This study examined the association between MDD and overall sitting time and physical activity in South Koreans. METHODS Data from the sixth Korean National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (KNHANES), a cross-sectional, nationally representative survey, were analyzed. Total participants were 4145 in 2014. MDD was assessed using the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9). Participants' data regarding self-reported sitting time and physical activity were analyzed via multiple logistic regression. RESULTS Results showed that people who sat for 8-10 h (OR: 1.56, 95% CI: 1.15-2.11) or more than 10 h (OR: 1.71, 95% CI: 1.23-2.39) had increased risk of MDD compared to those who sat for less than 5 h a day. Subgroup analysis showed that the strongest effect of reported sitting time on risk of MDD was found in men with lower levels of physical activity who sat for 8 to 10 h (OR: 3.04, 95% CI: 1.15-8.01) or more than 10 h (OR: 3.43, 95% CI: 1.26-9.35). Level of physical activity was not an independent predictor for MDD. CONCLUSIONS Sitting for long periods was associated with greater risk of MDD in South Korean adults. Reducing sitting time in people with MDD could help to prevent associated physical health problems and may improve mental health.
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- Jin Young Nam
- 0000 0004 0470 5454grid.15444.30Department of Public Health, Graduate School, Yonsei University, Seoul, Republic of Korea ,0000 0004 0470 5454grid.15444.30Institute of Health Services Research, Yonsei University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- 0000 0004 0470 5454grid.15444.30Department of Public Health, Graduate School, Yonsei University, Seoul, Republic of Korea ,0000 0004 0470 5454grid.15444.30Institute of Health Services Research, Yonsei University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- 0000 0004 0470 5454grid.15444.30Institute of Health Services Research, Yonsei University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Busan Public Health Policy Institute, Busan, Republic of Korea
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- 0000 0004 0470 5454grid.15444.30Institute of Health Services Research, Yonsei University, Seoul, Republic of Korea ,0000 0004 0470 5454grid.15444.30Department of Preventive Medicine, Yonsei University College of Medicine, 50 Yonsei-ro, Seodaemun-gu, 120-752 Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Institute of Health Services Research, Yonsei University, Seoul, Republic of Korea. .,Department of Preventive Medicine, Yonsei University College of Medicine, 50 Yonsei-ro, Seodaemun-gu, 120-752, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
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Effects of High Doses of Naltrexone on Running and Responding for The Opportunity to Run in Rats: A Test of the Opiate Hypothesis. PSYCHOLOGICAL RECORD 2017. [DOI: 10.1007/bf03395297] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Belke TW, Neubauer J. A matching law analysis of the effect of amphetamine on responding reinforced by the opportunity to run. PSYCHOLOGICAL RECORD 2017. [DOI: 10.1007/bf03395240] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Lee JE, Xiang P, Gao Z. Acute effect of active video games on older children's mood change. COMPUTERS IN HUMAN BEHAVIOR 2017. [DOI: 10.1016/j.chb.2016.12.060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Karaca S, Saleh A, Canan F, Potenza MN. Comorbidity between Behavioral Addictions and Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: a Systematic Review. Int J Ment Health Addict 2016. [DOI: 10.1007/s11469-016-9660-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Lin J, Chan SK, Lee EH, Chang WC, Tse M, Su WW, Sham P, Hui CL, Joe G, Chan CL, Khong PL, So KF, Honer WG, Chen EY. Aerobic exercise and yoga improve neurocognitive function in women with early psychosis. NPJ SCHIZOPHRENIA 2015; 1:15047. [PMID: 27336050 PMCID: PMC4849465 DOI: 10.1038/npjschz.2015.47] [Citation(s) in RCA: 67] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2015] [Revised: 10/13/2015] [Accepted: 10/19/2015] [Indexed: 12/04/2022]
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Impairments of attention and memory are evident in early psychosis, and are
associated with functional disability. In a group of stable, medicated women
patients, we aimed to determine whether participating in aerobic exercise or
yoga improved cognitive impairments and clinical symptoms. A total of 140 female
patients were recruited, and 124 received the allocated intervention in a
randomized controlled study of 12 weeks of yoga or aerobic exercise compared
with a waitlist group. The primary outcomes were cognitive functions including
memory and attention. Secondary outcome measures were the severity of psychotic
and depressive symptoms, and hippocampal volume. Data from 124 patients were
included in the final analysis based on the intention-to-treat principle. Both
yoga and aerobic exercise groups demonstrated significant improvements in
working memory (P<0.01) with moderate to large effect
sizes compared with the waitlist control group. The yoga group showed additional
benefits in verbal acquisition (P<0.01) and attention
(P=0.01). Both types of exercise improved overall and
depressive symptoms (all P⩽0.01) after 12 weeks. Small
increases in hippocampal volume were observed in the aerobic exercise group
compared with waitlist (P=0.01). Both types of exercise
improved working memory in early psychosis patients, with yoga having a larger
effect on verbal acquisition and attention than aerobic exercise. The
application of yoga and aerobic exercise as adjunctive treatments for early
psychosis merits serious consideration. This study was supported by the Small
Research Funding of the University of Hong Kong (201007176229), and RGC funding
(C00240/762412) by the Authority of Research, Hong Kong.
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- Jingxia Lin
- Department of Psychiatry, The University of Hong Kong , Hong Kong, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, The University of Hong Kong , Hong Kong, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, The University of Hong Kong , Hong Kong, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, The University of Hong Kong , Hong Kong, China
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- Institute of Human Performance, The University of Hong Kong , Hong Kong, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of British Columbia , Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Department of Psychiatry, The University of Hong Kong , Hong Kong, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, The University of Hong Kong , Hong Kong, China
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- Institute of Human Performance, The University of Hong Kong , Hong Kong, China
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- Department of Social Work & Social Administration, The University of Hong Kong , Hong Kong, China
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- Department of Diagnostic Radiology, The University of Hong Kong , Hong Kong, China
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- Department of Anatomy, The University of Hong Kong , Hong Kong, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of British Columbia , Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Department of Psychiatry, The University of Hong Kong , Hong Kong, China
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Thomson D, Turner A, Lauder S, Gigler ME, Berk L, Singh AB, Pasco JA, Berk M, Sylvia L. A brief review of exercise, bipolar disorder, and mechanistic pathways. Front Psychol 2015; 6:147. [PMID: 25788889 PMCID: PMC4349127 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2015.00147] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2014] [Accepted: 01/28/2015] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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Despite evidence that exercise has been found to be effective in the treatment of depression, it is unclear whether these data can be extrapolated to bipolar disorder. Available evidence for bipolar disorder is scant, with no existing randomized controlled trials having tested the impact of exercise on depressive, manic or hypomanic symptomatology. Although exercise is often recommended in bipolar disorder, this is based on extrapolation from the unipolar literature, theory and clinical expertise and not empirical evidence. In addition, there are currently no available empirical data on program variables, with practical implications on frequency, intensity and type of exercise derived from unipolar depression studies. The aim of the current paper is to explore the relationship between exercise and bipolar disorder and potential mechanistic pathways. Given the high rate of medical co-morbidities experienced by people with bipolar disorder, it is possible that exercise is a potentially useful and important intervention with regard to general health benefits; however, further research is required to elucidate the impact of exercise on mood symptomology.
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- Daniel Thomson
- Department of Applied Sciences, Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology University , Bundoora, VIC, Australia
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- Innovation in Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Treatment Strategic Research Centre, School of Medicine, Deakin University , Geelong, VIC, Australia ; Department of Psychiatry, University of Melbourne , Parkville, VIC, Australia ; Centre for Translational Neuroscience and Mental Health, School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Newcastle , Callaghan, NSW, Australia
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Melbourne , Parkville, VIC, Australia ; Federation University Australia , Ballarat, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Psychiatry, Massachusetts General Hospital , Boston, MA, USA
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- Innovation in Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Treatment Strategic Research Centre, School of Medicine, Deakin University , Geelong, VIC, Australia ; Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategic Research Centre, School of Psychology, Deakin University , Geelong, VIC, Australia
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- Innovation in Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Treatment Strategic Research Centre, School of Medicine, Deakin University , Geelong, VIC, Australia
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- Innovation in Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Treatment Strategic Research Centre, School of Medicine, Deakin University , Geelong, VIC, Australia ; Department of Medicine, NorthWest Academic Centre, University of Melbourne , St Albans, VIC, Australia
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- Innovation in Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Treatment Strategic Research Centre, School of Medicine, Deakin University , Geelong, VIC, Australia ; Department of Psychiatry, University of Melbourne , Parkville, VIC, Australia ; Florey Institute for Neuroscience and Mental Health , Parkville, VIC, Australia ; Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health , Parkville, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Psychiatry, Massachusetts General Hospital , Boston, MA, USA ; Harvard Medical School, Harvard University , Boston, MA, USA
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Asmundson GJG, Fetzner MG, Deboer LB, Powers MB, Otto MW, Smits JAJ. Let's get physical: a contemporary review of the anxiolytic effects of exercise for anxiety and its disorders. Depress Anxiety 2013; 30:362-73. [PMID: 23300122 DOI: 10.1002/da.22043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 184] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2012] [Revised: 11/17/2012] [Accepted: 11/29/2012] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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Research over the past few decades has focused on the therapeutic effects of physical exercise among those affected by mood disorders. Only recently has attention turned to maladaptive and persistent expressions of anxiety, with a growing body of evidence indicating promise for exercise as an effective treatment for some of the anxiety disorders. The current review provides a comprehensive account of contemporary research examining the anxiolytic effects of exercise for anxiety disorders. We synthesize pertinent research regarding the effects of various types of exercise within the different anxiety disorders, consider impact of various types of exercise regimens on anxiety, and examine potential anxiolytic mechanisms responsible for positive mental health gains. We conclude with important considerations for implementing exercise as a treatment for clinically significant anxiety as well as future research directions.
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- Gordon J G Asmundson
- Anxiety and Illness Behaviours Laboratory, Department of Psychology, University of Regina, Regina, Saskatchewan.
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Johannessen KB, Berntsen D. Losing the Symptoms: Weight Loss and Decrease in Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Symptoms. J Clin Psychol 2013; 69:655-60. [DOI: 10.1002/jclp.21962] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Sleepless nights: the effect of socioeconomic status, physical activity, and lifestyle factors on sleep quality in a large cohort of Australian women. Arch Womens Ment Health 2012; 15:237-47. [PMID: 22585289 DOI: 10.1007/s00737-012-0281-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 50] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2011] [Accepted: 04/03/2012] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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The aims of this study were to examine: (1) the association between sociodemographic and lifestyle factors and sleep quality in a population-based cohort of Australian women and (2) possible influence of reproductive status and mental and physical health factors on these associations. Data on 3,655 women (mean age = 46.6 years, range 34.3-67.4) were obtained from the Mater Hospital University of Queensland Study of Pregnancy for this cross-sectional study. Self-rated sleep quality was assessed using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index. For the purpose of this study, two cutoff points (scores 5 and 10) were used to divide women into three categories: normal (65.2%), moderately poor (26.4%), and very poor sleep quality (8.5%). Other covariates were measured at 21-year follow-up as well. After adjusting for reproductive status, mental and physical health, there were significant associations between moderately poor sleep quality and education and between very poor sleep quality and unemployment, both measures of socioeconomic status. In addition, work-related exertion was associated with increased rates of moderately poor sleep quality, whereas those women undertaking moderate exercise were less likely to experience very poor sleep quality. Independent associations between sociodemographic factors and exercise with moderately poor and very poor sleep quality were identified. These findings demonstrate the dynamic nature of the association between exercise/exertion, socioeconomic status, and sleep quality and highlight the importance of taking these into consideration when dealing with issues of poor sleep quality in women.
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Guida J, Sundaram S, Leiferman J. Antenatal physical activity: Investigating the effects on postpartum depression. Health (London) 2012. [DOI: 10.4236/health.2012.412188] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Neuroendocrine system plays an important role in modulating our body functions and emotions. At the same time, emotions implicate a pivotal role in the regulation of brain function and neuroendocrine system. Negative affective states such as depression and stress are associated with premature mortality and increase the risk of various fatal diseases. It has been suggested that positive affective states are protective and improve our health and productiveness. Several potential mechanisms have been posited to account for these associations including improved health behaviour, direct physiological benefits, enhanced resistance and recovery from stress among individuals with high versus low positive emotional resources. This review summarises information concerning the neuronal and hormonal systems in mood, impact of negative and positive affective states on the level of cortisol, epinephrine, serotonin, dopamine and endorphins. The functional correlation of neuronal and hormonal systems in the development of diseases and their ability to enhance health-relevant biological processes are also evaluated.
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- Jobin Mathew
- .Department of Zoology, CMS College Kottayam, Kerala, India
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- Molecular Neurobiology and Cell Biology Unit, Centre for Neuroscience, Department of Biotechnology, Cochin University of Science and Technology, Cochin, Kerala, India
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Zhang L, Layne C, Lowder T, Liu J. A review focused on the psychological effectiveness of tai chi on different populations. EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE : ECAM 2011; 2012:678107. [PMID: 21792371 PMCID: PMC3140024 DOI: 10.1155/2012/678107] [Citation(s) in RCA: 50] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2011] [Accepted: 05/16/2011] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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As a popular exercise form, Tai Chi (TC) has been investigated to determine its contributions to an active and healthy lifestyle. There are an increasing number of researchers who focus on exploring the potential physiological and psychological benefits of TC but only a few systematic reviews of these benefits to a variety of populations. The purpose of this paper is to comprehensively evaluate the reported psychological benefits associated with practicing TC. Although many investigators have reported possible psychological benefits of TC for children, young adults, older healthy adults, and for a variety of patient populations, many of the reports suffer one or more methodological flaws. These flaws include inadequate study design, including lack of control groups, small sample sizes, unsophisticated statistical techniques, or publication without rigorous peer review. After reviewing the results of the existing literature regarding the potential psychological benefits of TC, we recommend that future investigations be conducted with additional adherence to the traditional scientific process.
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- Long Zhang
- Department Of Physical Education, Shenzhen Polytechnic, Shenzhen 518055, China
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- Department of Health And Human Performance, The University of Houston, Houston, TX 77204-6015, USA
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- Department of Health And Human Performance, The University of Houston, Houston, TX 77204-6015, USA
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- Department of Health And Human Performance, The University of Houston, Houston, TX 77204-6015, USA
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Daley AJ, Macarthur C, Winter H. The Role of Exercise in Treating Postpartum Depression: A Review of the Literature. J Midwifery Womens Health 2010; 52:56-62. [PMID: 17207752 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmwh.2006.08.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 72] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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There is now evidence to support the antidepressant effects of exercise in general and in clinical populations. This article reviews the evidence regarding the potential role of exercise, particularly pram walking, as an adjunctive treatment for postpartum depression. Database searches revealed two small randomised controlled trials conducted in Australia which support exercise as a useful treatment for women with postpartum depression. In addition, uncontrolled studies and observational evidence suggest that postpartum women, some of whom were depressed, report benefit from participation in exercise programmes. There are plausible mechanisms by which exercise could have such an effect. Limited evidence supports a relationship between participation in exercise and reduction in postpartum depression. Given the reluctance by some women to use antidepressant medication postpartum and the limited availability of psychological therapies, exercise as a therapeutic possibility deserves further exploration. Further research using well-designed randomised controlled trial methodologies are warranted.
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- Amanda J Daley
- Department of Primary Care and General Practice Clinical Sciences Building, University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 2TT, UK.
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Daley AJ. Exercise and primary dysmenorrhoea : a comprehensive and critical review of the literature. Sports Med 2008; 38:659-70. [PMID: 18620466 DOI: 10.2165/00007256-200838080-00004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 52] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/02/2022]
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Primary dysmenorrhoea (PD) is chronic, cyclic, pelvic, spasmodic pain associated with menstruation in the absence of identifiable pathology and is typically known as menstrual cramps or period pain. PD is the most common gynaecological disorder in menstruating women. Despite treatments being available for PD, relatively few women consult a clinician about their symptoms, preferring not to use treatment, or to self-treat using non-pharmacological or over-the-counter interventions. The notion that exercise is effective in preventing and treating symptoms has prevailed for many years and led to the promotion of anecdotal belief that exercise is beneficial. Behavioural interventions such as exercise may not only reduce dysmenorrhoea, but also eliminate or reduce the need for medication to control menstrual cramps and other associated symptoms. With emphasis on data from experimental studies, this report seeks to review the available evidence regarding the role of exercise in the management of PD and menstruation-related symptomatology. Using key search terms, online bibliographical databases were searched from the beginning of each database to 1 April 2007. Despite the widespread belief that exercise can reduce PD, empirical support is limited. Evidence from observational studies was mixed. Several observational studies reported that physical activity/exercise was associated with reduced prevalence of dysmenorrhoea, although numerous other studies found no significant association between outcomes. Evidence from controlled trials suggests that exercise can reduce PD and associated symptoms, but these have been small and of low methodological quality. There are, however, several plausible mechanisms by which exercise might be effective in the management of PD. A large randomized controlled trial is required before women and clinicians are advised that exercise is likely to be effective in reducing PD and related menstrual symptoms.
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- Amanda J Daley
- The Department of Primary Care and General Practice, The Medical School, University of Birmingham Clinical Sciences Building, Birmingham, UK.
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Exercise and Depression: A Review of Reviews. J Clin Psychol Med Settings 2008; 15:140-7. [DOI: 10.1007/s10880-008-9105-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 208] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2007] [Accepted: 03/11/2008] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Williamson D, Dewey A, Steinberg H. Mood change through physical exercise in nine- to ten-year-old children. Percept Mot Skills 2001; 93:311-6. [PMID: 11693702 DOI: 10.2466/pms.2001.93.1.311] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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The present study assessed the effect of two types of physical exercise on the self reported mood of 64 9 and 10-yr.-old children who responded to a self-report mood meassure after two different types of aerobic exercise of 15 min., and after a 15-min. video. Significant increases in positive mood and significant decreases in negative mood were found after each exercise treatment; however, positive mood decreased and negative mood increased following the video treatment. Interestingly, no significant difference in mean mood scores was found between the two exercise treatments. These data suggest that short bouts of physical exercise have psychological benefits for children.
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- D Williamson
- School of Social Science, Middlesex University, Enfield, UK
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WILLIAMSON DINKIE. MOOD CHANGE THROUGH PHYSICAL EXERCISE IN NINE- TO TEN-YEAR-OLD CHILDREN. Percept Mot Skills 2001. [DOI: 10.2466/pms.93.5.311-316] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Harbach H, Hell K, Gramsch C, Katz N, Hempelmann G, Teschemacher H. Beta-endorphin (1-31) in the plasma of male volunteers undergoing physical exercise. Psychoneuroendocrinology 2000; 25:551-62. [PMID: 10840168 DOI: 10.1016/s0306-4530(00)00009-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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beta-Endorphin is an opioid peptide representing the C-terminal 31 amino acid residue fragment of proopiomelanocortin (POMC). The release of beta-endorphin from the pituitary into the cardiovascular compartment under physical or emotional stress has been frequently reported. However, besides beta-endorphin (1-31), nine acetylated or non-acetylated beta-endorphin analogues exist - in addition to N-terminally elongated beta-endorphin derivatives such as beta-lipotropin (beta-LPH). Since conventional radioimmunoassays (RIAs) and even commercially available two site-RIAs pick up at least some of those beta-endorphin derivatives, only "beta-endorphin immunoreactive materials" and not authentic beta-endorphin have been determined in those studies. We have developed a highly specific two site-RIA for beta-endorphin (1-31), which does not cross-react with all beta-endorphin derivatives known to occur as yet. Using this RIA as well as further assays for determination of beta-endorphin (1-31), beta-endorphin immunoreactive material (IRM), ACTH and Cortisol in the plasma of 14 volunteers upon intensive physical exercise, we found authentic beta-endorphin only in about 50% of the plasma samples, representing therein only a minor portion of the beta-endorphin IRM.
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- H Harbach
- Abt. Anaesthesiologie und Operative Intensivmedizin, Giessen, Germany.
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Steinberg H, Nicholls BR, Sykes EA, LeBoutillier N, Ramlakhan N, Moss T, Dewey A. Weekly Exercise Consistently Reinstates Positive Mood. EUROPEAN PSYCHOLOGIST 1998. [DOI: 10.1027/1016-9040.3.4.271] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Mood improvement immediately after a single bout of exercise is well documented, but less is known about successive and longer term effects. In a “real-life” field investigation, four kinds of exercise class (Beginners, Advanced, Body Funk and Callanetics) met once a week for up to 7 weeks. Before and after each class the members assessed how they felt by completing a questionnaire listing equal numbers of “positive” and “negative” mood words. Subjects who had attended at least five times were included in the analysis, which led to groups consisting of 18, 20, 16, and 16 subjects, respectively. All four kinds of exercise significantly increased positive and decreased negative feelings, and this result was surprisingly consistent in successive weeks. However, exercise seemed to have a much greater effect on positive than on negative moods. The favorable moods induced by each class seemed to have worn off by the following week, to be reinstated by the class itself. In the Callanetics class, positive mood also improved significantly over time. The Callanetics class involved “slower,” more demanding exercises, not always done to music. The Callanetics and Advanced classes also showed significantly greater preexercise negative moods in the first three sessions. However, these differences disappeared following exercise. Possibly, these two groups had become more “tolerant” to the mood-enhancing effects of physical exercise; this may be in part have been due to “exercise addiction.”
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- Hannah Steinberg
- Psychopharmacology Group, Psychology Department, University College London and School of Social Science, Middlesex University
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- School of Social Science, Middlesex University and Psychopharmacology Group, Psychology Department, University College London
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- School of Psychology, Plymouth University, all UK
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Steinberg H, Sykes EA, Moss T, Lowery S, LeBoutillier N, Dewey A. Exercise enhances creativity independently of mood. Br J Sports Med 1997; 31:240-5. [PMID: 9298561 PMCID: PMC1332529 DOI: 10.1136/bjsm.31.3.240] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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OBJECTIVES It has been widely accepted in the literature that various forms of physical exercise, even in a single session, enhance positive mood. It has also been shown that physical exercise may sometimes enhance creative thinking, but the evidence is inconclusive. Positive moods can favour creative thinking, but the opposite has also been reported and these relations are unclear. There is a large anecdotal literature suggesting that creative people sometimes use bodily movement to help overcome "blocks". The aim of this study was to establish whether post-exercise creative thinking was attributable to improved mood. METHODS The responses of 63 participants to an exercise (aerobic workout or aerobic dance) and a "neutral" video watching condition were compared. Mood was measured using an adjective list, and creative thinking was tested by three measures of the Torrance test. RESULTS Analysis of variance showed a large and significant increase in positive mood after exercise (P < 0.001) and a significant decrease in positive mood after video watching (P < 0.001). A significant increase between the creative thinking scores of the two conditions was found on the flexibility (variety of responses) measure (P < 0.05). A multifactorial analysis of all data failed to show a significant covariance of creative thinking with the two measures of mood (P > 0.05). CONCLUSIONS These results suggest that mood and creativity were improved by physical exercise independently of each other.
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- H Steinberg
- School of Psychology, Middlesex University, United Kingdom
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Dishman RK, Dunn AL, Youngstedt SD, Davis JM, Burgess ML, Wilson SP, Wilson MA. Increased open field locomotion and decreased striatal GABAA binding after activity wheel running. Physiol Behav 1996; 60:699-705. [PMID: 8873239 DOI: 10.1016/0031-9384(96)00102-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 59] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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Open-field behavior has been used to model reductions in anxiety-related behaviors in the rat after chronic physical activity. Plausible mechanisms for the increased open field locomotion observed after physical activity have not been studied. Open field locomotion is decreased by gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) and its agonists, and increased by GABA antagonists, in the ventral striatum. Hence, we tested the hypothesis that increased open field locomotion following chronic physical activity would be accompanied by a decrease in the number of GABAA receptors in the corpus striatum. Young (approximately 55 days) male Sprague-Dawley rats (N = 24) were randomly assigned to three conditions: 24-h access to an activity wheel (AW), running for 1 h without shock 6 days/week on a motorized treadmill (TM), or sedentary control (C). Open field locomotion (total and center squares traversed), defecation, and urination were assessed on each of 3 consecutive days prior to and again after 8 weeks of physical activity. Open field locomotion (total and center squares) increased after activity wheel running, decreased after treadmill training, and did not change for control animals. GABAA receptor density indicated by [3H] bicuculline binding (fmol/mg) was lower for activity wheel animals compared with treadmill animals and controls. GABA concentration (mumol/g) was not different between activity wheel and treadmill groups but was higher for both groups contrasted with controls. Our findings of decreased GABAA density in the corpus striatum concomitant with an increase in open field locomotion are consistent with an anxiolytic effect of chronic activity wheel running.
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- R K Dishman
- Department of Exercise Science, University of Georgia, Athens 30602, USA
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Allison DB, Faith MS, Franklin RD. Antecedent exercise in the treatment of disruptive behavior: A meta-analytic review. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 1995. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1468-2850.1995.tb00045.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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The Type A behaviour pattern is a well-documented, if controversial, risk factor for coronary heart disease. Surprisingly, relatively little work has been reported on ways of modifying this behaviour pattern. Aerobic exercise, with its demonstrated benefits for both cardiovascular reactivity and psychological 'well-being', is a promising treatment. The literature is reviewed and recommendations are made for practical applications and future research.
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- L A Schmied
- Department of Psychology, Maryville College, Tennessee 37801
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Pierce EF, Eastman NW, McGowan RW, Tripathi H, Dewey WL, Olson KG. Resistance exercise decreases beta-endorphin immunoreactivity. Br J Sports Med 1994; 28:164-6. [PMID: 8000813 PMCID: PMC1332059 DOI: 10.1136/bjsm.28.3.164] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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Previous research investigating the response of plasma beta-endorphins (beta-EP) to resistance exercise has resulted in equivocal findings. To examine further the effects of resistance exercise on beta-EP immunoreactivity, 10 male and 10 female college-age students participated in a series of controlled isotonic resistance exercises. The session consisted of three sets of eight repetitions at 80% of one repetition maximum (1-RM) for each of the following exercises: (1) bench press; (2) lateral pull-downs; (3) seated arm curls; and (4) military press. Blood plasma was sampled both before and after the lifting routine and beta-endorphin levels were determined by radioimmunoassay. A Students t test for paired samples indicated that mean(s.e.) plasma beta-endorphin levels after exercise (10.5(1.3) pg beta-EP ml-1) were significantly decreased as compared with pre-exercise (control) levels (16.5(1.2), P < 0.05). While the mechanism(s) contributing to the decrease in immunoreactivity is unclear, it may be the result of the synergistic effect of beta-EP clearance during rest intervals and changes in psychological states between sampling.
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- E F Pierce
- Department of Health and Sport Science, University of Richmond, Virginia 23173
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Davis C, Brewer H, Ratusny D. Behavioral frequency and psychological commitment: necessary concepts in the study of excessive exercising. J Behav Med 1993; 16:611-28. [PMID: 8126715 DOI: 10.1007/bf00844722] [Citation(s) in RCA: 112] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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Efforts to understand the associations among exercising, personality factors, and disordered eating have been the focus of much debate. However, research has been plagued by inconsistent findings, and there is evidence that classification and measurement differences are fundamental to these problems. To date, there are no studies which have defined exercise as a multifaceted construct. The purposes of this study were to establish the factor structure of a questionnaire developed to assess the core features believed to characterize excessive exercisers and to assess relationships between exercise (operationally defined as a function of behaviors and attitudes) and a number of putative risk factors. Results indicated that exercise was strongly related to weight preoccupation among women and men and that, among men, obsessive-compulsiveness was also positively related--findings which support claims that exercising and dieting tend to coexist, and they are associated with an obsessive-compulsive personality profile.
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- C Davis
- Graduate Programme in Exercise and Health Science, York University, North York, Ontario, Canada
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Levine FM, Krass SM, Padawer WJ. Failure hurts: the effects of stress due to difficult tasks and failure feedback on pain report. Pain 1993; 54:335-340. [PMID: 8233549 DOI: 10.1016/0304-3959(93)90034-m] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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Two experiments were conducted to investigate the effects of task difficulty and perceived success/failure on pain report. The first experiment found that difficult reading comprehension problems led to an increase in pain report. The second experiment found that task difficulty per se may not have accounted for the effects, but that perceived failure of the more difficult task led to increased pain report. Social and theoretical implications are discussed. Failure may lead to negative affectivity, which can increase the report of painful stimuli.
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- Fredric M Levine
- State University of New York at Stony Brook, Stony Brook, NY 11794 USA State University of New York at Stony Brook, Pleasantiville, NYUSA
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