For older adults, being more physically active might help reduce feelings of depression — and part of why it works could be because it leads to more socializing.
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For older adults, being more physically active might help reduce feelings of depression — and part of why it works could be because it leads to more socializing.
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In older adults, increased social interaction acts as a mediator in the relationship between higher levels of physical activity and reduced severity of depressive symptoms.
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Study: Social physical activity and sedentary behaviour as key determinants of humour expression and loneliness in older adults: a cross-sectional study using bayesian variable selection approach
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