| Abstract [eng] |
Depression is a worldwide prevalent mental health condition with significant individual, societal, and economic impact. This narrative review examines the relationship between physical activity and depression. It explores the current evidence supporting the use of physical activity as a treatment for depression, summarizing key findings from relevant research studies. It adopts a systematic literature review to select appropriate and relevant empirical evidence. This method allows the researcher to locate credible studies that meet the review's inclusion criteria. The clinical description describes the prevalence of depression as a clinical issue in public health. The mechanisms and pathology of depression provide risk factors of depression ranging from genetic to metabolic. According to treatment methods, depression can be effectively managed through pharmacological, psychological, and physical activity. Approximately 19 studies were eligible for the narrative review. The findings confirmed that physical activity reduced depression symptoms. However, there was a need for combining physical activity with pharmacological treatment and psychological therapies to achieve desired outcomes in alleviating depression. Keywords: depression, adults, physical activity, treatment. |
