Abstract:Background: This study investigated the association between stress, leisure-time vigorous physical activity (LVPA) and depressive symptoms in adolescents 13-18 years. The stress moderating role of LVPA was also investigated. Clarification of the role of physical activity in relation to stress and mental health can be used to form health promoting interventions to strengthen adolescent development.
Methods:The sample consisted of n = 1183 students from public schools in Mid-Norway (age groups: 13-14 years, 15-1… Show more
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