Exercise and Anxiety Flashcards
anxiety
persistent and excessive _______ and worry about various domains that is difficult to control for 6+ months
What are some physical symptoms of anxiety?
- restlessness/feeling keyed up or on edge
- easily fatigued
- difficulty concentration or mind going blank
- irritability
- muscle tension
- sleep disturbance
What are anxiety disorders associated with?
- poorer physical health
- 77% increase in cause-mortality risk
- 177% increase in cardiovascular mortality risk
What are current treatments for anxiety?
medication + psychotherapy
What is the cut off for small affect?
0.2
What is the cut off for medium affect?
0.5
What is the cut off for large affect?
0.8
Why should we investigate exercise as a treatment?
- not everyone will respond to medication
- combination treatments = better response
- treatment is expensive = PA will be more cost effective
questionnaires
used to assess symptoms and/or symptom severity
analogue generalized anxiety disorder
in comparison with GAD, the individuals do not meet criteria to actually have GAD
trait anxiety
much more stable
mood anxiety
changes much more over time; can fluctuate largely
mood states
current levels of that mood and fluctuate over time
What are some effects of exercise psychologically on anxiety?
- anxiety sensitivity (repeatedly exposing yourself to the symptoms)
- increased self-esteem
- improved self-concept (builds self confidence & “it’s in my control”)
- increased self-efficacy
- increased sense of mastery
What are some physiological effects of exercise on anxiety?
- BDNF
- increased HR variability (“heartbeat out of chest” is a common symptom and is common with exercise)
- endocannabinoids
