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Combining Exercise and Psychotherapy to Treat Mental Health
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Author(s)/Editor(s): Lara Carneiro (United Arab Emirates University, UAE)and Felipe Schuch (Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Brazil)
Copyright: ©2024
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-6040-5
ISBN13: 9781668460405
ISBN10: 1668460408
EISBN13: 9781668460412
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DescriptionThe last decade has seen a renewed recognition of the interconnection of the mental and physical wellbeing of people living with mental diseases. Research has assessed the impact of exercise and psychological interventions as monotherapy and complementary treatments to usual care and found considerable benefits to reduce psychiatric symptoms and improve quality of life. Questions remain on the effectiveness and on the best practices to deliver such interventions. Combining Exercise and Psychotherapy to Treat Mental Health evaluates the effects of psychotherapy and exercise interventions in individuals with mental health diseases. The book also addresses psychotherapy and exercise interventions for mental health followed by combined psychotherapy and exercise interventions and provides strategies for maintaining exercise involvement. Covering key topics such as anxiety disorders, psychology, exercise, and mood disorders, this premier reference source is ideal for therapists, mental health specialists, psychologists, industry professionals, researchers, academicians, scholars, practitioners, instructors, and students.
Reviews and Testimonials
This book provides a deep insight into how combining physical exercise and psychotherapy can transform mental health. From stress reduction to boosting self-esteem, it explores how this
integration offers holistic solutions to emotional challenges.
Essential for those in the field of social sciences, it offers practical
tools and fundamental insights to promote overall well-being.
– Camilo López-Sánchez, Doctoral Student and Researcher, Spain
Combining Exercise and Psychotherapy to Treat Mental Health embodies "Publishing Tomorrow's Research Today" by addressing the underrepresented synergy between physical and mental health interventions. This innovative approach integrates exercise, a widely accessible modality, with psychotherapy to enhance mental health outcomes, challenging traditional treatment silos. By utilizing cutting-edge methodologies, such as individualized therapy plans and real-time progress tracking, the work highlights novel, holistic strategies for improving mental health, making it a forward-thinking contribution to medicine and healthcare research.
– Lara Carneiro
We are truly honored to receive a 5-star rating from Doody's Core Titles for Combining Exercise and Psychotherapy to Treat Mental Health. This recognition underscores the critical role of integrating physical activity and therapeutic approaches to improve mental health outcomes. We hope this book continues to serve as a valuable resource for clinicians, researchers, and anyone seeking innovative ways to enhance mental well-being.
– Editors Dr. Lara Carneiro, United Arab Emirates University, UAE, & Dr. Felipe Schuch, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Brazil
Author's/Editor's Biography
Lara Carneiro (Ed.)
Lara Carneiro
earned her BSc in Psychology from the Faculty of Psychology and Education Science at the University of Porto, Portugal (2023). Dr Carneiro holds a BSc in Physical Education (2009), a Masters degree in Physical Education (2012) and a Doctorate in Sports Science (2017) from Portugal. Carneiro currently works as an Assistant Professor at the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) in the College of Education. She serves as an editor of Combining Exercise and Psychotherapy to Treat Mental Health, published by IGI Global, which earned a 5-star rating from Doody’s Review Service. She also has experience in designing, implementing, and managing randomized controlled trials (efficacy of exercise and psychotherapy). Dr. Carneiro is also a Management Committee Member of funded research projects (e.g. CA21123 - Cancer- Understanding Prevention in Intellectual Disabilities (CUPID). Dr. Carneiro is an external expert in the remote evaluation of proposals -COST and her research focuses on physical activity, depressive and anxiety disorders, and mental illness, including physical health co-morbidities.
Felipe Schuch (Ed.)
Dr. Felipe Barreto Schuch holds a full degree in physical education from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (2008) and a master's degree (2011) and a doctorate (2015) in Medical Sciences: Psychiatry from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul. He is currently an adjunct professor at the Federal University of Santa Maria (UFSM). Coordinator of the research group on physical exercise and mental health at UFSM. Master's advisor in the Graduate Program in Movement Sciences and Rehabilitation (UFSM). Member of the task force on lifestyle medicine for depression of the World Federation of Societies of Biological Psychiatry and the task force on physical exercise and nutrition for bipolar mood disorder of the International Society for Bipolar Disorders. Listed as one of the most cited authors in the area "Psychology and psychiatry" in the years 2020, 2021 and 2022 in the list of Clarivate/Web of Science. Listed, by the researcher.com, in the second position in Brazil and in the 363rd position in the world in the "2022 Rising Star of Science Award", for all areas of knowledge. He is currently associate editor of the Brazilian Journal of Psychiatry (JBP), Frontiers in Psychiatry and Mental Health and Physical Activity and a member of the editorial board of the Brazilian Journal of Psychiatry (RBP).(130fc45a-6884-4069-a0ba-54b3dc2f0326)
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