New research suggests that a structured exercise program improves mental health by altering how individuals process stress and intrusive thoughts. Published in Psychological Medicine, the study ...

It’s self-evident (or at least should be) how profoundly exercise affects physical health. But one of the most understated benefits of exercise is how it improves mental health. Specifically, aerobic ...

A new publication in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise has shown that exercise brings more mental health benefits if it’s for fun, with friends, or in enjoyable settings compared to when it’s ...

What is mental health? Mental health is a state of emotional, psychological, and social well-being, influencing how we think, ...

Runners in Hawaii exercise at sunset. Exercise has profound effects on brain structure and provides more subtle mental health benefits as well. Sean M. Haffey / Getty Images for IRONMAN Mental health ...

Is living in a leafy neighborhood enough to improve your mental health? Not necessarily. What matters most is frequent ...

Research often points to exercise as a good way to boost mental health, but a recent study from the University of Georgia suggests that it's not just physical movement that affects mental health. It's ...

Regular physical activity also has other benefits for anxiety, says Adam Borland, PsyD, a psychologist at Cleveland Clinic Center for Behavioral Health in Ohio. “Exercise serves as a healthy ...

Walking can be life-changing for your health and wellness. Walking more can be helpful for weight loss and mental health and help reduce the risks of chronic diseases. Here is a question from an older ...