Jump step - a community based participatory approach to physical activity & mental wellness
Abstract Background There is a physical inactivity pandemic around the world despite the known benefits of engaging in physical activity. This is true for individuals who would receive notable benefits from physical activity, in particular those with mood disorders. In this study, we explored the fa...
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| author | Joanie Sims-Gould Sara Vazirian Neville Li Ronald Remick Karim Khan |
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| description | Abstract Background There is a physical inactivity pandemic around the world despite the known benefits of engaging in physical activity. This is true for individuals who would receive notable benefits from physical activity, in particular those with mood disorders. In this study, we explored the factors that facilitate and impede engagement in physical activity for individuals with a mood disorder. The intent was to understand the key features of a community based physical activity program for these individuals. Methods We recruited and interviewed 24 participants older than 18 with Major Depressive Disorder or Bipolar II. The interviews were conducted by peer researchers. The interviews were transcribed and analyzed using NVivo 10™. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the data. Results The facilitators to physical activity include being socially connected with family and friends, building a routine in daily life, and exposure to nature. The barriers to physical activity include the inability to build a routine owing to a mood disorder, and high cost. The ideal exercise program comprises a variety of light-to-moderate activities, offers the opportunity to connect with other participants with a mood disorder, and brings participants to nature. The average age of our participants was 52 which could have influenced the preferred level of intensity. Conclusion The individuals in this study felt that the key features of a physical activity program for individuals with a mood disorder must utilize a social network approach, take into account the preferences of potential participants, and incorporate nature (both green and blue spaces) as a health promotion resource. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-dbbdbb966f8742969bf33aa60b2be2862022-12-21T18:18:40ZengBMCBMC Psychiatry1471-244X2017-08-011711810.1186/s12888-017-1476-yJump step - a community based participatory approach to physical activity & mental wellnessJoanie Sims-Gould0Sara Vazirian1Neville Li2Ronald Remick3Karim Khan4Department of Family Practice, University of British ColumbiaUniversity of British Columbia, Center for Hip Health and MobilityUniversity of British Columbia, Center for Hip Health and MobilityMood Disorders Association of BCDepartment of Family Practice, University of British ColumbiaAbstract Background There is a physical inactivity pandemic around the world despite the known benefits of engaging in physical activity. This is true for individuals who would receive notable benefits from physical activity, in particular those with mood disorders. In this study, we explored the factors that facilitate and impede engagement in physical activity for individuals with a mood disorder. The intent was to understand the key features of a community based physical activity program for these individuals. Methods We recruited and interviewed 24 participants older than 18 with Major Depressive Disorder or Bipolar II. The interviews were conducted by peer researchers. The interviews were transcribed and analyzed using NVivo 10™. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the data. Results The facilitators to physical activity include being socially connected with family and friends, building a routine in daily life, and exposure to nature. The barriers to physical activity include the inability to build a routine owing to a mood disorder, and high cost. The ideal exercise program comprises a variety of light-to-moderate activities, offers the opportunity to connect with other participants with a mood disorder, and brings participants to nature. The average age of our participants was 52 which could have influenced the preferred level of intensity. Conclusion The individuals in this study felt that the key features of a physical activity program for individuals with a mood disorder must utilize a social network approach, take into account the preferences of potential participants, and incorporate nature (both green and blue spaces) as a health promotion resource.http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12888-017-1476-yPhysical activityDepressionAnxietyMental healthGroup medical visitsExercise |
| spellingShingle | Joanie Sims-Gould Sara Vazirian Neville Li Ronald Remick Karim Khan Jump step - a community based participatory approach to physical activity & mental wellness BMC Psychiatry Physical activity Depression Anxiety Mental health Group medical visits Exercise |
| title | Jump step - a community based participatory approach to physical activity & mental wellness |
| title_full | Jump step - a community based participatory approach to physical activity & mental wellness |
| title_fullStr | Jump step - a community based participatory approach to physical activity & mental wellness |
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| title_short | Jump step - a community based participatory approach to physical activity & mental wellness |
| title_sort | jump step a community based participatory approach to physical activity mental wellness |
| topic | Physical activity Depression Anxiety Mental health Group medical visits Exercise |
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