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Kristín B Ólafsdóttir1,2, Hafrún Kristjánsdóttir3, Jose M Saavedra1
1Physical Activity, Physical Education, Sport and Health Research Centre (PAPESH), Sports Science Department; School of Science and Engineering,, Reykjavik University, Reykjavik, Iceland.
Abstract:
The aims of this study were (i) to know the effects of an exercise program on a group of people with depression and anxiety and (ii) to compare theses effects with a transdiagnostic cognitive behavioral group therapy (TCBGT). The participants were 15 people with depression and/or anxiety symptoms. The participants followed an exercise program. Depression and anxiety symptoms were assessed with validated questionnaires. An exercise program can be used as a treatment option for people with depression and/or anxiety with good results in comparison with TCBGT.
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