A large review adds weight to an old idea: movement can help ease depression. Here’s how to think about exercise as part of treatment and recovery.

Researchers propose "exercise mimetics" (exercise pills) to treat depression by hacking the muscle-brain axis for those unable to physically exercise.

A sweeping review of global research suggests that exercise—especially aerobic activities like running, swimming, and dancing—can be one of the most powerful ways to ease depression and anxiety.

A new study explores exercise mimetics as novel therapeutics for depression by triggering muscle-to-brain signals that support mood regulation and resilience.

What works for depression doesn't necessarily work for anxiety ...

We all know the feeling: the mental clarity that comes after a good run or a heavy workout. Science backs this up, even ...

Exercise can reduce depression and anxiety symptoms, according to a recent study from James Cook University in Australia.

And an increasing number of people are also occasionally taking beta-blockers such as propranolol for anxiety. Some people use beta-blockers to prevent a racing heart before a public speech or other ...

A recent global review published by the BMJ Group suggests that exercise, particularly aerobic activity like running, swimming and dancing, can rival medication and therapy in treating depression and ...

Exercise proven to be an effective treatment for depression – here’s what works best - Exercise is an ‘evidence-based first line intervention’ for mental health, says new study ...

A recent study found that higher levels of physical activity and cardiorespiratory fitness may increase emotional resilience ...

Exercise may be as effective as medication or therapy for people with mild to moderate symptoms of depression and anxiety.