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✅   Determinants of physical activity and exercise in individuals with mental illness: results from a large cross-sectional online survey

Health

Objective Regular exercise significantly benefits mental health, yet its therapeutic potential in psychiatric care remains underutilised. Understanding the factors influencing physical activity in individuals with mental illness is crucial to realising its full therapeutic potential. Our study seeks to explore motivational and socio-demographic determinants affecting exercise habits in individuals with mental illness and compare them to those without mental illness. Design and setting Distribution of the link to a cross-sectional online survey at psychiatric clinics, practices, university events and sports clubs, via self-help group email lists and on social media. Methods An online survey using validated questionnaires supplemented with self-developed items was conducted.

BMJ     Jun 09, 2025