Physical activity and psychological well-being
The 'feel-good' effect of physical activity is widely reported among participants. Physical Activity and Psychological Well-Being represents a research consensus on the relationship between physical activity and aspects of mental health, providing an overview of the case for the role of ex...
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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London
Routledge
2000
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Add Tag | Summary: | The 'feel-good' effect of physical activity is widely reported among participants. Physical Activity and Psychological Well-Being represents a research consensus on the relationship between physical activity and aspects of mental health, providing an overview of the case for the role of exercise in the promotion of psychological well-being. Topics covered include: * anxiety and stress * depression * mood and emotion * self-perceptions and self-esteem * cognitive functioning and ageing * psychological dysfunction This book is invaluable reading for students and researchers working in the exercise, sport and health sciences, and for health and clinical psychologists. It is also a foundation text for health promotion and health service professionals, particularly those working in the area of mental health |
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| Physical Description: | xi, 205 pages illustrations 24 cm |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references (p [169]-195) and index |
| ISBN: | 9780415234818 0415234816 9780415234399 0415234395 |
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