NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Millions of people in the U.S. are believed to have depression, and a new study has determined a treatment to alleviate symptoms that rivals therapy for some — exercise.

This week Mad in America explores three studies related to exercise as a treatment for mental health problems. The first ...

Regular exercise offers numerous benefits, particularly for mental health. Now, researchers say exercise may help reduce depression symptoms as effectively as other first-line treatments. A recently ...

Exercise may be as effective as psychological therapies and potentially even antidepressants in treating depression, a new study suggests. Researchers at the University of Lancashire, reviewing 73 ...

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), an estimated 332 million people globally live with depression. For this study, researchers analyzed data from 73 previously-conducted randomized ...

Aerobic vs resistance or mind-body exercise showed a substantial impact on mitigating depression and anxiety in adults.

Aerobic exercise, such as running, swimming, and dancing, may be most effective for relieving the symptoms of depression and anxiety, finds an overarching (umbrella) review and data synthesis of the ...

We’ve known for a long time that exercise can boost mood and reduce anxiety, improving overall well-being. But according to a review republished in 2026, it might even relieve symptoms of depression.

If you feel a lift after exercise, you're in good company. Movement can boost mood, and according to the results of a new study, it can also help relieve symptoms of depression. As part of a review of ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A middle-aged man with an exercise towel over his shoulders is gazing towards the sky with a hopeful look Using exercise to treat ...

Exercise isn’t a cure for depression, but being active has been shown to alleviate some symptoms of depression in both teens and adults. Depending on the severity of the mood disorder, it could go a ...

We’re wired to move together—not alone. New research shows exercising in sync—from yoga classes to team sports—boosts mood, builds resilience, and deepens our sense of belonging.