Importance of Exercise in Mental Health
The mind and body are intrinsically linked. Unfortunately in the Western world, there is often a separation drawn between them. Studies show that exercise can treat mild to moderate depression as effectively as antidepressant medication—but without the side-effects, of course. In addition to relieving depression symptoms, research also shows that maintaining an exercise schedule can prevent you from relapsing. Some psychologists will only treat people who suffer from depression if they agree to an exercise routine. Exercise fights depression for many reasons: it increases neural growth, reduces inflamation, releases endorphins- chemicals that help…Read more