The relationship between physical activity and depressive symptoms in males: A systematic review and meta-analysis

CONCLUSION: Males who engage in moderate PA present lower prevalence of DS compared to no-PA reference. Such associations were not found for low or high PA. Hence, mental health benefits of PA could possibly be achieved at appropriate levels of PA. High heterogeneity between the studies should be considered when interpreting the results.PMID:38245936 | DOI:10.1016/j.actpsy.2024.104145

Source: Acta Psychologica - January 21, 2024 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Monika Bidzan-Wi ącek Magdalena B łażek J ędrzej Antosiewicz Source Type: research