Exercise and Mental Health Ch13

Question 1

Mental Health

Answer 1

A state of well-being in which every individual realizes his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her or his community

Question 2

Mental Illness

Answer 2

Refers to a wide range of disorders that affect mood, thinking, and behaviour

Question 3

Prevalence of Mental Illness

Answer 3

1 in 5 Canadians will be affected in a given year
50% of the population will be affected by the age of 40
Highest numbers among those ages 15-24

Question 4

The Role of PA in mental Illness

Answer 4

Delays and challenges with other interventions
PA can be sustained
PA can be cost-effective
Minimal side effects
Bonus of getting physical health piece

Question 5

Functions of PA of Mental Health

Answer 5

PA as prevention
PA as treatment
PA supporting quality of life
PA as “feel good”

Question 6

PA as prevention

Answer 6

Best evidence is for the role of PA to prevent depression
Less evidence for prevention of anxiety disorders and dementia

Question 7

PA as “feel good”

Answer 7

PA to promote well-being
How we feel after we engage in PA (affective comportment)
Fostering self-esteem

Question 8

PA as treatment

Answer 8

Best evidence to treatment clinical depression
Another evidence-based option alongside other therapies

Question 9

PA supporting quality of life

Answer 9

Individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI) or with schizophrenia/bipolar
Depression is common for both these populations
Coping tool