Physical exercise has long been touted as an effective way to improve mental health. However, a new study published in the journal Perspectives on Psychological Science has found that the mental benefits of exercise may not be as significant as previously thought. The study reviewed over 1,800 research papers on the relationship between physical exercise and mental health. The researchers found that while exercise can improve mood and alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety, the effects are relatively small. According to the study, the average effect of exercise on mood was only slightly greater than the effect of a placebo. The researchers also found that the benefits of exercise were more pronounced in people with clinical levels of depression or anxiety. The study’s lead author, Professor Joseph Firth from Western Sydney University, said the findings challenge the widespread belief that exercise is a panacea for mental health problems. Firth noted that while the effects of exer...
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