Physical Activity and Psychological Well-Being

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Synopsis

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.

Book details

Author:
Stuart J. H. Biddle, Kenneth R. Fox, Stephen H. Boutcher
ISBN:
9781134566822
Related ISBNs:
9780203468326, 9780415234399, 9780415234399, 9780415234818, 9780415234818
Publisher:
Taylor and Francis
Pages:
N/A
Reading age:
Not specified
Includes images:
Yes
Date of addition:
2020-06-13
Usage restrictions:
Copyright
Copyright date:
2000
Copyright by:
Stuart J. H. Biddle, Kenneth R. Fox, Stephen H. Boutcher 
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Categories:
Nonfiction, Psychology, Sports