Monnica T Williams Ph.D. June 27, 2022
KEY POINTS
- Research shows exercise may lead to reductions in obsessive-compulsive disorder, ADHD, and depression.
- Exercise and yoga can help alleviate symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder.
- Sports can be beneficial for mental health overall, as they combine exercise and social connection.
Most people do not realize that aerobic exercise is good not just for your body but for your psyche as well. Although most consider psychotherapy or medications to be the frontline approach for psychological disorders, exercise remains underappreciated as a free and fun remedy for numerous mental health concerns.
