The benefits of physical activity for depression

Authors

  • Rogerio Almeida Machado
  • Ruth Silva Povoa Vicente
  • Erick Robert Nogueira Serra
  • Jean Caldas Souza
  • Diana Santos da Silva
  • Gisely da Silva Reis
  • Suana Millen Bruzaca Mota
  • Saulo de Tassio Salazar Farias
  • Rosana da Conceição Martins Rodrigues
  • Jefferson de Lima Paz
  • Bruna Rayara Pereira Pereira da Silva
  • Ituane Monção Lopes

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56238/isevjhv3n2-031

Keywords:

Depression, Mental health, Physical activity.

Abstract

Depression is an affective disorder present throughout human history, characterized by feelings of sadness, pessimism and low self-esteem. Medical care is essential for proper diagnosis and treatment. Estimates suggest that more than 300 million people worldwide suffer from depression, which differs from normal mood fluctuations. When chronic and intense, it can cause great suffering and dysfunction, and can even lead to suicide. With around 800,000 deaths by suicide every year, depression is one of the leading causes of death among young people. Regular physical activity is considered by some scientists to be one of the best antidepressants, bringing a range of benefits for mental and emotional health.

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Published

2024-05-15

How to Cite

Almeida Machado, R., Silva Povoa Vicente, R., Robert Nogueira Serra, E., Caldas Souza, J., Santos da Silva, D., da Silva Reis, G., Millen Bruzaca Mota, S., de Tassio Salazar Farias, S., da Conceição Martins Rodrigues, R., de Lima Paz, J., Rayara Pereira Pereira da Silva, B., & Monção Lopes, I. (2024). The benefits of physical activity for depression. International Seven Journal of Health Research, 3(2), 738–741. https://doi.org/10.56238/isevjhv3n2-031

Issue

Vol. 3 No. 2 (2024): March/April - 2024

Section

Articles