Not in the United States?Physical Activity and Psychological Well-Being
- Edited by Stuart J.H. Biddle, Ken Fox, Steve Boutcher
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- Price: $56.95
- Binding: Paperback (also available in Hardback)
- Pages: 224
- Published by: Routledge
- Publication Date: 5th October 2000
- Illustrations: 11 line figures
- ISBN: 978-0-415-23439-9
About the Book
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.
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