Why Doctors are Now Prescribing Exercise for Mental Health

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First Line | Whole Person, Holistic Mental Health and Medical Education

Dr. Aubrey Ann Jackson

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Why Doctors are Now Prescribing Exercise for Mental Health

First Line | Whole Person, Holistic Mental Health and Medical Education

21 minutes 24 seconds

2 weeks ago

Why Doctors are Now Prescribing Exercise for Mental Health

Episode 181. Let's talk about how effective exercise really is for mental health, especially symptoms of depression, and how this relates to other treatments like medications and therapy. Here is why some doctors are prescribing exercise (and why some are still slow to embrace lifestyle changes). We'll discuss what is typically recommended to support mental wellness through exercise and my personal tips to make you more successful with increasing your activity levels.

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