Review: Physical activity interventions for the mental health and well-being of adolescents - a systematic review.

Gabrielle E HaleLuke ColquhounDeborah LancastleNicky LewisPhilip J Tyson

Published in: Child and adolescent mental health (2021)

Although effectiveness in improving well-being is evident, evidence for a reduction in the frequency and severity of mental health problems is less clear. A summary of the overall impact of physical activity interventions on the mental health of young people is presented.

Keyphrases

mental health
physical activity
mental illness
body mass index
randomized controlled trial
systematic review
young adults
sleep quality
depressive symptoms