Exercise, Health and Mental Health by Guy E.J. Faulkner, Adri... - 9780415334303

Taylor & Francis

Exercise, Health and Mental HealthEmerging Relationships\nAuthor(s): Guy E.J. Faulkner, Adrian H. Taylor\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9780415334303, 978-0415334303\nSynopsis\nExercise, Health and Mental Health provides an introduction to this emerging field and a platform for future research and practice. Written by internationally acclaimed exercise, health and medical scientists, it is the first systematic review of the evidence for the potential role of exercise in: \n\ntreating and managing mental health problems including dementia, schizophrenia, drug and alcohol dependence\ncoping with chronic clinical conditions including cancer, heart disease and HIV/AIDS\nenhancing well-being in the general population by improving sleep, assisting in smoking cessation, and as a way of addressing broader social issues such as anti-social behaviour. \n\nAdopting a consistent and accessible format, the research findings fo.