Systematic review of the impact of physical activity on depression and anxiety symptoms

Muntean Raul Ioan; Mihaela Oravi?an

doi:10.24310/JPEHMjpehmjpehm.v4i215703

Authors

Muntean Raul Ioan University 1 Decembrie 1918 of Alba Iulia Romania
Mihaela Oravi?an 2Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Departament of Physical Therapy and Special Motricity, West University of Timisoara Romania

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.24310/JPEHMjpehmjpehm.v4i215703

Keywords:

sports, mental health, physical effort, physical activity, stress

Abstract

By 2020, depression is estimated to be the main cause of disability and the second leading contributor to the global burden of disease, affecting 340 million people worldwide [1]. Influence a person's thinking, actions, motivation, emotions, and well-being. Anhedonia is thought to be the primary symptom of depression, which refers to a loss of interest or pleasure in various activities that normally bring individuals happiness. Depression is a symptom of mood disorders, including major depressive disorder and dysthymia [2].

This review aims to describe the scientific literature that has explored the influence and effect of physical activity on symptoms of depression.

Using the electronic databases Scopus, Psycho-info, CINAHL, PubMed and ProQuest, Google Scholar, and Research Gate, I was able to locate publications on this issue using the following keywords: physical activity, physical effort, depression, depressive symptom, and anxiety.

Physical activity is a significant role in reducing the symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress, independent of the subject's age, gender, or medical condition, as demonstrated by the 17 studies included in this study.

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