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Apr 27, 2024
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Academic Calendar 2022-23 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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KIN 412 - Physical Activity & Mental Health
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
Students will study the effects of physical activity on the prevention and management of mental health disorders (anxiety, stress, depression, dementia and schizophrenia) and quality of life (mood, self-concept, hardiness and self-esteem) of children and adults. Students will explore and evaluate evidence of exercise-induced hormonal, hypothalamic, metabolic and cardiovascular changes linked to enhanced mental health in individuals and examine the connections between physical activity and improved cognition in individuals across the life span.
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