APS
29th APS Annual Convention · 2017
Bouldering Psychotherapy Reduces Symptoms of Depression: Results of a Randomized Waitlist-Controlled Intervention Study
Session: Poster Session VIII
Authors
- Eva-Maria StelzerPresenting Author
University of Arizona - Stephanie Book
Friedrich-Alexander Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg - Elmar Graessel
Friedrich-Alexander Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg - Benjamin Hofner
Friedrich-Alexander Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg - Johannes Kornhuber
Friedrich-Alexander Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg - Katharina Luttenberger
Friedrich-Alexander Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg
Abstract
A randomized waitlist-controlled intervention study investigated the effects of an eight week bouldering psychotherapy (BPT) on symptoms of depression. The study provides evidence that short-term BPT can be effective for reducing symptoms of depression and that the alleviation of depressive symptoms can be enhanced through physical activity.
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