Major depressive disorder and anxiety disorders are some of the most commonly occurring mental health conditions in the US. Exercise, particularly at a moderate intensity (like brisk walking), has been found to be effective in reducing depression and anxiety as well as enhancing quality of life. However, it is unclear …
Read More »Efficacy of guided self-help behavioural activation and physical activity for depression: a randomized controlled trial
In North America, one in five individuals will suffer from depression at one point in their lives, and of those who do, less than 40% will seek treatment. In an effort to increase access to services, low-intensity interventions for depression, involving minimal cost and time-investment, have emerged. Two such interventions, …
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