KP181 Lecture Notes - Lecture 13: Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Mood Disorder, Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor
2 Apr 2018
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1 in 5 canadians will be a ected in a given year. 50% of the population will be a ect by age 40. 25, 000 students at 20 ontario universities. Why consider role of pa in promoting good mental health: delays/challenges with other interventions, pa can be sustained, cost-e ective. Wednesday, march 28, 2018: minimal side-e ects, bonus of getting physical health piece, population-based strategies. Exercise as prevention: pa is linked to a reduction in the risk of depression, a role for self-esteem, possible role of pa with dementia. Exercise as treatment: activity is used in the treatment of clinical depression, another evidence-based option for individuals to consider , how. 3 time a week for 9 weeks: activity is used in the treatment of anxiety disorders, evidence is less clear. For those with a physical disability (depression) Might motivate you to continue being active. Endorphin hypothesis: endorphins: chemically similar to morphine.
