The statistics are disturbing: steadily rising numbers of
sedentary overweight children and obese teens, and a generation
looking at a shorter life expectancy than their parents'. But while
it may be obvious that physical fitness benefits both the mind and
body, a growing research base is supplying evidence of "why" this
is so, and how these benefits may be reproduced in greater
numbers.
"Physical Activity Across the Lifespan" makes a clear,
scientific case for exercise, sports, and an active lifestyle in
preventing illness and establishing lifetime health habits at both
the individual and the population levels. The book focuses on key
aspects of physical/mental well-being-weight, mood, and
self-regulation-and the role of physical activity in public health
and school-based interventions targeting these areas. Contributors
review definitional and measurement issues salient to understanding
what physical activity is, to analyzing benefits of participation,
and to implementing effective interventions. Also addressed are
limitations of current research, steps needed to continue building
the field, and emerging therapeutic possibilities for activity,
such as the role of rough and tumble play in preventing ADHD.
Included in the coverage:
Physical activity, cognition, and school performance.
The influence of social and built environments on physical
activity in middle-aged and older adults.
Preventing and treating obesity through physical activity.
Physical activity in preventing drug use and treating chemical
dependence.
Antidepressant properties of physical activity.
Schools as a foundation for physical activity and an active
lifestyle.
Physical activity as an adjunct or booster to existing
interventions.
"Physical Activity Across the Lifespan" is an innovative text
for researchers and practitioners in various disciplines including
health promotion/disease prevention, child and school psychology,
education, health psychology, and public health, as well as program
developers and policymakers in these areas."
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