Today, I review, link to, and embed Metabolic Mind‘s Exercise as a Prescription for Depression with Dr. Nicholas Fabiano.
All that follows is from the above resource.
Exercise as a Prescription for Depression with Dr. Nicholas FabianoJan 6, 2025How effective is exercise for treating depression, and how can we help more people use it as a cornerstone of treatment? The last decade we have seen mounting evidence that exercise can play a big role in mental health through a variety of mechanisms. In this interview, Dr. Nick Fabiano, a psychiatry resident and researcher, shares his innovative approach to using exercise as a therapeutic intervention, drawing from his recent co-authored paper. In this interview you’ll learn:
- Why exercise is comparable to antidepressants and therapy in treating mild to moderate depression.
- How a holistic, lifestyle-based approach can complement traditional treatments.
- The mechanisms linking exercise to improved mental health, including metabolic health benefits and social interaction.
- How to personalize exercise prescriptions for individuals based on their physical and mental health needs.
- Challenges of integrating exercise into psychiatric care
Movement is a core pillar of our THINK + SMART program, embodying the ‘M’ in the acronym. Exercise not only has the remarkable ability to provide an immediate boost to mood and mental clarity but also fosters long-term adaptations that support both metabolic and mental health. As the field of metabolic psychiatry continues to grow, we are optimistic that exercise will become a foundational component in the standard of care for mental health treatment. Expert Featured: Nicholas Fabiano, MD X: @NTFabiano Studies Mentioned: How to Prescribe Physical Activity for Depression
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