Physical Activity and Psychological Well-Being
Author | : Stuart J.H. Biddle |
Publisher | : Routledge |
Total Pages | : 234 |
Release | : 2003-08-27 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781134566822 |
ISBN-13 | : 1134566824 |
Rating | : 4/5 (824 Downloads) |
Download or read book Physical Activity and Psychological Well-Being written by Stuart J.H. Biddle and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2003-08-27 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 'feel-good' effect of physical activity is widely reported among participants. Physical Activity and Psychological Well-Being represents a research consensus on the relationship between physical activity and aspects of mental health, providing an overview of the case for the role of exercise in the promotion of psychological well-being. Topics covered include: * anxiety and stress * depression * mood and emotion * self-perceptions and self-esteem * cognitive functioning and ageing * psychological dysfunction This book is invaluable reading for students and researchers working in the exercise, sport and health sciences, and for health and clinical psychologists. It is also a foundation text for health promotion and health service professionals, particularly those working in the area of mental health.