Quantification Of Depression In Exercising Vs Non-Exercising Obese Subjects
Journal Title: International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Invention - Year 2018, Vol 7, Issue 10
Abstract
Background:Obesity has risen to one of the most prevalent nutritional problem in the world and not only poses a threat to the physical health, but is also linked to deterioration of mental health,commonly giving rise to depression and anxiety. A strong link between obesity and depression has been established previously.Exercising has been proven to effectively combat depression, when used in conjunction with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other modes of treatment. Since, positive influence of exercise on depression, especially in obese population hasnot received significant attention previously, this study is aimed to quantify the difference in depression using Major Depressive Inventory scale in non-exercising and exercising obese subjects over a period of 6 months.Material and Methods: Major Depressive Inventory (MDI) is a self- report mood questionnaire developed by WHO to measure levels of depression. Exercising obese subjects (N=30), non-exercising obese subjects(N=30) were assessed for depression using the MDI scale. Results: Non-exercising obese subjects were found to have higher level of depression (p=22.169) as compared to exercising obese subjects (p=12.149). Conclusion: Exercises have a strong and positive impact on depression in obese subjects.
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Jayati Mehta, Anjali Putambekar
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