ICPS

2019 International Convention of Psychological Science

How Does Exercise Improve Mental Health?

Friday, March 8, 2019 · Paris, France

Clinical Science

Physically active individuals report greater wellbeing and are less likely to develop mood and anxiety disorders relative to their sedentary peers. The purpose of our symposium is to showcase new findings regarding exercise’s role in mental health, including research on mechanisms mediating these benefits.

Chairs & Discussants

  • Richard McNallyChair
    Harvard University

Presentations

  1. The Effects of Exercise on Transdiagnostictreatment Targets: A Meta-Analytic ReviewJolene Jacquart
  2. Efficacy of Aerobic Exercise As an Adjuvant or Stand-Alone Treatment for PTSD: A Randomized Controlled Trial Mark Powers
  3. Targeted Benefits of Exercise for Pattern Separation and the Moderating Effects of Mood Symptoms Emily Bernstein