Abstract

Exercise is a natural antidepressant, able to reduce depressive symptoms without the risk of unpleasant side effects. This poster is a visual representation of the evidence supporting this underutilized activity in the treatment of depression.

Authors

Salema Coaxum

Author Details

Salema Coaxum, BSN, Marybelle and S Paul School of Nursing and Health Professions, Brandman University, Irvine, California, USA

Sigma Membership

Non-member

Lead Author Affiliation

Brandman University, Irvine, California, USA

Type

Poster

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

Depression, Exercise, Serotonin

Conference Name

Creating Healthy Work Environments 2019

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

Conference Year

2019

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Review Type

None: Event Material, Invited Presentation

Acquisition

Proxy-submission

Date of Issue

2019-02-14

Additional Files

Abstract.pdf (90 kB)

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The use of exercise to reduce depressive symptoms in middle-aged women

New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

Exercise is a natural antidepressant, able to reduce depressive symptoms without the risk of unpleasant side effects. This poster is a visual representation of the evidence supporting this underutilized activity in the treatment of depression.