ArticleInternational journal of qualitative studies on health and well-being2023
Experiences with physical activity, health and well-being among young adults with serious mental illness.
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- Mind in motion: patients' experiences with group-based physical activity in psychiatric treatment- a mixed-methods study.BMC psychiatry · 2026Article
- Reasons for cycling and well-being levels of cycling individuals.BMC psychology · 2025Article
- Resources and strategies young people use and need to promote mental health - a qualitative study from a salutogenic perspective.Scandinavian journal of public health · 2025Article
- Influence of smartphone addiction on sleep quality of college students: The regulatory effect of physical exercise behavior.PloS one · 2024Article
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Abstract
purposeTo explore how young adults with serious mental illness (SMI) experience physical activity and how these experiences influence their perceived health and well-being.
methodsNine young adults with SMI who had participated in an aerobic high-intensity interval training program were interviewed in depth. The interviews were transcribed and subjected to reflexive thematic analysis.
resultsThe results indicated that people with SMI mainly experience physical activity as a meaningful activity that contributes to an increased sense of well-being and better health. However, to overcome various barriers, it is crucial to experience social support and encouragement. The following three main themes were identified through reflexive thematic analysis: (1) positive changes in focus and an increase in well-being occur through physical activity; (2) increased mental strength results from physical activity; and (3) a lack of support and feelings of safety prevent physical activity.
conclusionsThis study shows that adapted physical activity is an important resistance resource that can promote stronger self-identity, increased mental well-being and social engagement and thus contribute to an improved ability to manage stressors. Furthermore, the findings reveal that to engage in physical activity and promote sustainable life changes, it is important for individuals to choose a physical activity based on personal interest and meaning.
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