Effectiveness of physical activity, mindfulness and mind-body therapies in improving mental health of university students: a systematic review of RCTS.
Journal of American College Health April 22, 2025 Laura García-pérez, Maria Elena Atencia-Rodriguez, Mar Cepero-González et al. 8 citations
University students face mental health (MH) issues like anxiety, depression, and stress, highlighting the need for effective interventions to improve well-being and academic success. This review examined 18 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) from 2000 to 2023, following PRISMA guidelines. A total of 2,325 students, aged 18-25 without severe MH conditions, participated in physical activity (PA)...
DOI: 10.1080/07448481.2025.2492174 (opens in new tab)
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Mindfulness
Face-to-face interventions
Mental health
Mind-body therapies
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