Mechanisms underpinning the association between physical activity and mental health in adolescence: a 6-year study.

Isabelle DoréBenjamin SylvesterCatherine SabistonMarie-Pierre SylvestreJennifer O'LoughlinJennifer BrunetMathieu Bélanger

Published in: The international journal of behavioral nutrition and physical activity (2020)

Results support developing strategies to encourage adolescents to engage and remain involved in PA. This could foster perceptions of autonomy, competence, and relatedness as well as MVPA, which in turn may enhance mental health.

Keyphrases

mental health
physical activity
mental illness
young adults
healthcare
primary care
sensitive detection
sleep quality
single molecule