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Literature Review Article Submission and Summary
JAMES LEAKS
POST UNIVERSITY
PROFESSOR TOOHEY
PSY341_30
5/19/2024
The chosen literature offers unique viewpoints and techniques on the complex link between physical and mental health. Fiorillo et al. (2023) show the devastating implications of disregarding serious mental illness patients' physical health. It stresses the need for healthcare professionals and legislators to address this problem fully. The study stresses the need of psychiatrist-medical professional cooperation, curriculum revision, and international alliances like the World Health Organization. This comprehensive approach is essential for enhancing the well-being and life expectancy of people with mental illnesses and recognizing the relationship between physical and mental health.
https://doi.org/10.1002/wps.21055
Shangkhum and Zikos (2023) provide quantitative proof that mental wellness causes physical health. Their rigorous instrumental-variable estimation technique improves our comprehension of this connection. The research shows the dependability of these estimations, giving policymakers solid evidence for beneficial measures. The limits of local average treatment impacts vs population-wide mental health improvements highlight the difficulty of converting research results into policy. This emphasizes the necessity of methodological subtlety in study interpretation.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.econlet.2023.111378
O'Loughlin et al. (2022) examine how physical and mental health multimorbidity affects children's HRQoL. Their results show that even borderline or subclinical mental health issues affect children's well-being. This research emphasizes the need of early mental health screening and treatment for children, particularly those with physical-mental multimorbidity. Physical health issues and clinical mental health symptoms combine, making juvenile comorbidities more complicated. Integrating these results into clinical practice may improve children's HRQoL with more customized and effective therapies.
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11136-022-03095-1
Gamified physical exercise and mental health in adolescence are examined by Pérez-Jorge et al. (2024) from a new approach. The research increases mental health intervention discourse by concentrating on novel methods like gamification. Their study shows that gamified practices may improve adolescents' mental health and emphasizes the need to customize treatments to school settings. This emphasizes the need for multidisciplinary methods to address the complicated relationship between physical and mental health and provide varied solutions to improve well-being across age groups.
https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare12020124
The chosen articles demonstrate the complex link between physical and mental health. Each research helps educate policy and practice by tackling physical health neglect in severe mental illnesses or testing creative therapies like gamified physical exercise. Comprehensive solutions to enhance holistic well-being across groups must include these various viewpoints.
References
Fiorillo, A., de Girolamo, G., Simunovic, I. F., Gureje, O., Isaac, M., Lloyd, C., Mari, J., Patel, V., Reif, A., Starostina, E., Summergrad, P., & Sartorius, N. (2023). The relationship between physical and mental health: an update from the WPA Working Group on Managing Comorbidity of Mental and Physical Health. World Psychiatry, 22(1), 169–170. https://doi.org/10.1002/wps.21055
O’Loughlin, R., Hiscock, H., Pan, T., Devlin, N., & Dalziel, K. (2022). The relationship between physical and mental health multimorbidity and children’s health-related quality of life. Quality of Life Research, 31(7). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11136-022-03095-1
Pérez-Jorge, D., Martínez-Murciano, M. C., Contreras-Madrid, A. I., & Alonso-Rodríguez, I. (2024). The Relationship between Gamified Physical Exercise and Mental Health in Adolescence: An Example of Open Innovation in Gamified Learning. Healthcare, 12(2), 124. https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare12020124
Shangkhum, P., & Zikos, V. (2023). New evidence on the relationship between mental and physical health. Economics Letters, 233, 111378. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.econlet.2023.111378
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Unit 6 Assignment: Literature Review Article Submission and Summary.
JAMES LEAKS
PSY341_30
PROFESSOR TOOHEY
POST UNIVERSITY
6/06/2024
Unit 6 Assignment: Literature Review Article Submission and Summary.
Ghrouz et al. (2019) conducted a cross-sectional study among Indian college students. The study aimed to determine the relationship between physical activity, sleep quality, and mental health. The study established a significant positive relationship between physical activity, sleep quality, and mental health. According to the study, poor sleep quality was associated with mental health problems like depression and anxiety. Similarly, physical inactivity was correlated with mental health problems like anxiety and depression. This study provides valuable insights for designing a study on the relationship between physical and mental health. The research underscores the importance of enhancing sleep quality to improve mental health among college students.
https://doi.org/10.10071101780
Grasdalsmoen et al. (2020) studied the correlation between physical activity and mental health among college and University students. Their study established that there is a significant relationship between physical activity and mental health issues as well as suicidality. The results revealed a direct association between low physical activity and increased risk of psychological distress, self-reported depression, self-harm, and suicide attempts. This study is essential for literature reviews for my study because it outlines the significance of encouraging physical activity for enhancing mental health among students. The authors recommended focus on encouraging physical activity to enhance mental health.
https://doi.org/101181288802583
Ross et al. (2023) explore the role of physical activity in depression treatment. The authors noted that although the exact mechanisms are still not clearly defined, exercise has been shown to have an antidepressant action. Temporary effects of acute exercise on serotonin, norepinephrine, brain-derived neurotrophic factor, and immuno-inflammatory markers in clinical samples of patients with depression. The study highlights the benefits, pointing to the fact that exercise not only serves to alleviate depression but also enhances one’s health. Due to the drawbacks of the present classes of antidepressant drugs, this study is essential to guide future literature reviews and emphasize the need for more focus on the effects of exercise on depression.
https://doi.org/10.1038/s41380-022-01819
Sampasa-Kanyinga et al. (2020) conducted a systematic review to ascertain the connection between physical activity, sedentary behavior, and sleep duration with depressive symptoms and other mental health outcomes among children and adolescents. The systematic review is based on 13 cross-sectional surveys with 115,540 participants across 12 countries. The study showed that high meeting of all the three recommendations such as high physical activity, low sedentary behavior and good sleep increases mental health more than low meeting of the three recommendations. This research provides a rich background for my study on the relationship between physical and mental health.
https://doi.org/10.1186/s12966-020-00976
References.
Ghrouz, A. K., Noohu, M. M., Dilshad Manzar, M., Warren Spence, D., BaHammam, A. S., & Pandi-Perumal, S. R. (2019). Physical activity and sleep quality in relation to mental health among college students. Sleep and Breathing, 23, 627-634. https://doi.org/10.10071101780
Grasdalsmoen, M., Eriksen, H. R., Lønning, K. J., & Sivertsen, B. (2020). Physical exercise, mental health problems, and suicide attempts in university students. BMC psychiatry, 20, 1-11. https://doi.org/101181288802583
Ross, R. E., VanDerwerker, C. J., Saladin, M. E., & Gregory, C. M. (2023). The role of exercise in the treatment of depression: biological underpinnings and clinical outcomes. Molecular psychiatry, 28(1), 298–328. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41380-022-01819
Sampasa-Kanyinga, H., Colman, I., Goldfield, G. S., Janssen, I., Wang, J., Podinic, I., Tremblay, M. S., Saunders, T. J., Sampson, M., & Chaput, J. P. (2020). Combinations of physical activity, sedentary time, and sleep duration and their associations with depressive symptoms and other mental health problems in children and adolescents: a systematic review. The international journal of behavioral nutrition and physical activity, 17(1), 72. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12966-020-00976
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An et al. (2020) explore the relationship between physical activity and life satisfaction and happiness. The study involved young, middle-aged, and older adults. According to this study, high and moderate activity levels were significantly associated with high life satisfaction and happiness. The findings show that low activity levels reduce life satisfaction and happiness. The researchers also reported that life satisfaction and happiness increase with age. The information in this article is important to my study because it provides empirical evidence on the relationship between physical exercise and aspects of mental health like life satisfaction and happiness. Therefore, it is a valuable source for understanding and designing a study to explore the topic further.
https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph17134817
Herbert (2022) explores the impact of physical activity on mental health among university students. The study focused on low-to-moderate-intensity exercise and its impact on mental health. The findings show that physical activities positively influence mental health, especially by reducing perceived stress and depressive symptoms. The article is important for studying the relationship between physical and mental health. It provides empirical evidence on the benefits of physical activities in addressing mental health challenges. The findings will help design data collection tools to ensure that effective forms of exercise are incorporated and measured.
https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2022.849093
Oswald et al. (2020) are a comprehensive scoping review exploring the relationship between running and mental. The authors reviewed existing literature to identify gaps, patterns, and potential areas for future research. The findings show that running is one of the most beneficial forms of exercise and has various benefits for mental health, including reduced depression, anxiety, and stress. Also, running is associated with effective cognitive functioning and mood regulation. This study is important in the literature review for my study on the relationship between physical and mental health because it gives an overview of existing evidence on the impact of running on mental health. Incorporating the findings from this study will be essential in designing my study to ensure that it fills the gaps identified by the researchers.
https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph17218059
Wong et al. (2023) is a scoping review exploring the relationship between physical activity, physical health, and mental health. The authors reviewed 371 studies on fall risk and balance, functional fitness, body composition, and mental health. They concluded that physical activity is an effective intervention for improving mental health among older adults. This study provides important information on the health outcomes associated with physical exercise. The authors have highlighted key methodological approaches and gaps in research. Therefore, the study gives important insights to design a good and culturally sensitive research model. The integrated review offers insights for identifying and designing appropriate assessment instruments tailored to older adults.
https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2022.914548
References.
An, H. Y., Chen, W., Wang, C. W., Yang, H. F., Huang, W. T., & Fan, S. Y. (2020). The Relationships between Physical Activity and Life Satisfaction and Happiness among Young, Middle-Aged, and Older Adults. International journal of environmental research and public health, 17(13), 4817. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph17134817
Herbert C. (2022). Enhancing Mental Health, Well-Being and Active Lifestyles of University Students by Means of Physical Activity and Exercise Research Programs. Frontiers in public health, 10, 849093. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2022.849093
Oswald, F., Campbell, J., Williamson, C., Richards, J., & Kelly, P. (2020). A Scoping Review of the Relationship between Running and Mental Health. International journal of environmental research and public health, 17(21), 8059. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph17218059
Wong, M. Y. C., Ou, K. L., Chung, P. K., Chui, K. Y. K., & Zhang, C. Q. (2023). The relationship between physical activity, physical health, and mental health among older Chinese adults: A scoping review. Frontiers in public health, 10, 914548. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2022.914548
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Unit 5 Assignment: Literature Review Article Submission.
JAMES LEAKS
PSY341_30
POST UNIVERSITY
PROFESSOR TOOHEY
05/28/2024
Unit 5 Assignment: Literature Review Article Submission.
Cunningham et al. (2020) conducted a systematic review and meta-analyses to determine the impact of physical inactivity on the mental health of the older population. The findings show that physical inactivity among the elderly is associated with various negative consequences, including chronic diseases such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and obesity, as well as mental disorders. This article underscores the value of physical activity in enhancing the wellbeing of older individuals. The conclusions drawn in this study are essential for my investigation as they highlight the impact of physical inactivity on mental health. This conforms with the hypothesis that physical activity is essential for enhancing and maintaining physical and psychological wellbeing, particularly among older adults.
https://doi.org/10.1111/sms.13616
Eather et al. (2023) conducted a systematic review to examine the impact of sports participation on mental health and social outcomes in adults. The findings indicate that sports participation leads to better mental health, such as reduction of depression and anxiety symptoms and promotion of pro-social functioning and social inclusion. According to the study, sports participation provides different forms of social relations and support that are beneficial to mental health. Therefore, this article is valuable for the literature review of my study since it offers vast evidence of the positive impact of sports as a kind of physical activity on mental health and social status. It aligns with the notion that physical activity enhances mental health, hence asserting the symbiotic relationship between physical and mental health.
https://doi.org/10.1186/s13643-023-02264-8
Wang et al. (2023) conducted a systematic review to compare the correlation between physical activity and personal mental health after trauma. The study provides numerous examples showing that one can reduce the negative mental health outcomes following traumatizing events, including PTSD, anxiety, and depression, through engaging in physical activity. The review concludes that exercise intervention is helpful in enhancing mental health and diminishing psychological symptoms in those who have experienced trauma. This article is useful for the current literature review that examines the correlation between physical and mental health since it points to the importance of exercise as a therapeutic intervention for improving mental health following trauma. It goes a long way in supporting the integration of physical activity into the management and treatment of mental health disorders, hence positively driving home the fact that mental health and physical health are intertwined, especially in regard to post-trauma experiences.
https://doi.org/10.1080/20008066.2023.2205667
Wermelinger Ávila et al. (2022) conducted a cross-sectional descriptive study to investigate the correlation between mental health, resilience, and physical activity in older adults. The study established that older adults who engaged in higher levels of physical activity had better mental health and a greater ability to cope with stress over time. The study found that physically active elderly reported less frequency of depressive and anxious symptoms and more psychological resources. This paper is relevant in providing a literature review for the proposed study on the relationship between physical and mental health because it presents longitudinal data that underlines the general positive effects of physical activity on the mental health and coping of the elderly. This article proves that physical activity can help enhance the physical well-being of seniors and contribute to better mental health. Hence, promoting physical activity is crucial to helping seniors maintain their mental health in the later years of their lives.
https://doi.org/10.1123/japa.2020-0264
References.
Cunningham, C., O' Sullivan, R., Caserotti, P., & Tully, M. A. (2020). Consequences of physical inactivity in older adults: A systematic review of reviews and meta-analyses. Scandinavian journal of medicine & science in sports, 30(5), 816–827. https://doi.org/10.1111/sms.13616
Eather, N., Wade, L., Pankowiak, A., & Eime, R. (2023). The impact of sports participation on mental health and social outcomes in adults: a systematic review and the 'Mental Health through Sport' conceptual model. Systematic reviews, 12(1), 102. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13643-023-02264-8
Wang, Z., Jiang, B., Wang, X., Li, Z., Wang, D., Xue, H., & Wang, D. (2023). Relationship between physical activity and individual mental health after traumatic events: a systematic review. European journal of psychotraumatology, 14(2), 2205667. https://doi.org/10.1080/20008066.2023.2205667
Wermelinger Ávila, M. P., Corrêa, J. C., Lucchetti, A. L. G., & Lucchetti, G. (2022). Relationship Between Mental Health, Resilience, and Physical Activity in Older Adults: A 2-Year Longitudinal Study. Journal of aging and physical activity, 30(1), 73–81. https://doi.org/10.1123/japa.2020-0264