Sport und Bewegung zur Therapie und Prävention

Web-based exercise therapy for the treatment of depression

“…However, especially at older ages, the ability to engage in structured, vigorous exercise may decline due to psychological and physical barriers. Therefore, the focus in this age group should be on appropriate and patient-preferred types of exercise (e.g., strength training, endurance training), taking into account barriers, physical abilities, and training status when determining the frequency and intensity of exercise [20, 21].…”

Behavioral Activation by Wearable Devices in Patients with Late-Life Depression

“…Moreover, MDD patients generally tend to have a low fitness level and a low level of PA, which may be exacerbated in older adults (Boettger et al, 2009). Thus, even performing daily activities such as cleaning or climbing stairs could become difficult for these patients (Haller & Simon, 2017).…”