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Physical Activity Participation Decreases the Risk of Depression in Older Adults: The ATHLOS Population-Based Cohort Study.

Rodrigo Antunes LimaElena CondominasAlbert Sanchez-NiuboBeatriz OlayaAi KoyanagiCarlota de MiquelJosep Maria Haro
Published in: Sports medicine - open (2024)
Physical activity, of any intensity and weekly frequency, was a strong protective factor against depression, independent of physical and mental functioning. Health policies could stimulate the incorporation of lower physical activity intensity to protect against depression, which might be more feasible at the population level.
Keyphrases
  • physical activity
  • sleep quality
  • depressive symptoms
  • public health
  • body mass index
  • mental health
  • healthcare
  • high intensity
  • risk assessment
  • human health