The Relationship between Health Status and Social Activity of Perimenopausal and Postmenopausal Women (Health Status and Social Relationships in Menopause)

The quantity and quality of interpersonal relations (including participation in University of the Third Age—U3A) play an important role for women during menopausal changes. Women who have a social network are found to be more positive about menopause, and are less likely to be depressed. This case-control study aimed to analyze the relationship between participating in formal social groups and health status related to physical activity and climacteric and depressive symptoms. The study was conducted among 621 peri- and postmenopausal women aged 50–64 years. The women were classified into two groups: U3A and controls. The participants were selected using a multistage sampling method. The IPAQ (The International Physical Activity Questionnaire), Kupperman Index (KI), and Beck Depression Inventory were used for data collection. Significant differences between the groups were confirmed in the area of professional work (p < 0.001), free time (p < 0.001), and sitting (p < 0.05). The average KI score in the U3A group was higher (t-Student = 2.12, p < 0.05). Depressive symptoms were found in 43.49% of U3A women vs. 51.15% in controls (p < 0.01). We conclude that participation in formal social groups is associated with higher level of physical activity and reduced severity of both climacteric and depressive symptoms.

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Barriers of physical activity (kinesiophobia) in patients subjected to cardiac rehabilitation

Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity ◽

10.2478/bjha-2014-0028 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 6 (4) ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Janusz Kocjan ◽

Andrzej Knapik

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Cardiac Rehabilitation ◽

Short Form ◽

Social Activity ◽

Self Assessment ◽

Rehabilitation Process ◽

Sf 36 ◽

Polish Version ◽

High Level ◽

The Relationship

AbstractBackground: Comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation (CR) is a process designed to restore full physical, psychological and social activity and to reduce cardiovascular risk factors. Fear of movement may contribute to the occurrence and intensification of hypokinesia, and consequently affect the effectiveness of therapy. The aim of the study was to determine the level of barriers of physical activity in patients undergoing cardiac rehabilitation. The relationship between selected determinants (age and health selfassessment) and the kinesiophobia level were also examined.Material/Methods: 115 people aged 40-84 years were examined: 50 females (x = 63.46; SD = 11.19) and 65 males (x = 64.65; SD = 10.59) - patients undergoing cardiac rehabilitation at the Upper-Silesian Medical Centre in Katowice. In the present study, the Polish version of questionnaires: Kinesiophobia Causes Scale (KCS) and Short Form Health Survey (SF-36) were used. Questionnaires were supplemented by authors’ short survey.Results: The patients presented an elevated level of kinesiophobia, both in general as well as in individual components. In women, the kinesiophobia level was higher than in men. The psychological domain was a greater barrier of physical activity than the biological one. Strong, negative correlations of psychological and biological domains of kinesiophobia to physical functioning (SF-36) were noted in women. In the case of men, correlations were weaker, but also statistically significant.Conclusions: 1. Sex differentiates patients in their kinesiophobia level 2. Poor self-assessment of health is associated with a greater intensification of kinesiophobia 3. A high level of kinesiophobia may negatively affect cardiac rehabilitation process

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The relationship between body mass index and physical activity levels in relation to bone mineral density in premenopausal and postmenopausal women

Archives of Osteoporosis ◽

10.1007/s11657-013-0162-z ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 8 (1-2) ◽

Cited By ~ 21

Author(s):

James Wee ◽

Bo Yang Jonathan Sng ◽

Liang Shen ◽

Chin Tat Lim ◽

Gurpal Singh ◽

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Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Bone Mineral Density ◽

Body Mass Index ◽

Postmenopausal Women ◽

Body Mass ◽

Bone Mineral ◽

Activity Levels ◽

Mineral Density ◽

Physical Activity Levels ◽

The Relationship

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Childhood Depressive Symptoms, Physical Activity and Health Related Fitness

Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology ◽

10.1123/jsep.25.4.419 ◽

2003 ◽

Vol 25 (4) ◽

pp. 419-439 ◽

Cited By ~ 28

Author(s):

Lois Michaud Tomson ◽

Robert P. Pangrazi ◽

Glenn Friedman ◽

Ned Hutchison

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Depressive Symptoms ◽

Relative Risk ◽

Negative Relationship ◽

Physically Active ◽

Symptoms Of Depression ◽

Health Related ◽

Relationship Of ◽

The Relationship ◽

Health Related Fitness

While research has confirmed a negative relationship between adult depression and physical activity, there is little evidence for children. This study examined the relationship of being classified as physically active or inactive by a parent or a teacher to depressive symptoms in children 8 to 12 years of age (N = 933). It also assessed the relationship of playing sports outside of school, and of meeting health related fitness standards, to symptoms of depression. Relative risk of depressive symptoms for inactive classification was 2.8 to 3.4 times higher than it was for active, 1.3 to 2.4 times higher for children not playing sports outside of school, and 1.5 to 4.0 times higher for those not meeting health related fitness goals.

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Mediation effect of depressive symptoms in the relationship between perceived control and wellbeing in patients with heart failure and their partners

European Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing ◽

10.1177/1474515118755721 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 17 (6) ◽

pp. 527-534 ◽

Cited By ~ 4

Author(s):

Maria Liljeroos ◽

Anna Strömberg ◽

Kristofer Årestedt ◽

Misook L Chung

Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Heart Failure ◽

Depressive Symptoms ◽

Health Status ◽

Perceived Control ◽

Self Care ◽

Mental Health Status ◽

Mediation Effect ◽

Patients With Heart Failure ◽

The Relationship

Background: As treatment has improved, patients with heart failure live longer, and the care mostly takes place at home with partners providing the main assistance. Perceived control over heart failure is important in managing self-care activities to maintain health in patients and their family. Depressive symptoms are associated with impaired health status in patients with heart failure and their family. However, there is limited knowledge about how depressive symptoms affect the relationship between health status and perceived control over heart failure in patients with heart failure and their cohabiting partners. Aim: The aim of this study was to examine whether the relationship between perceived control and health status (i.e. mental and physical) was mediated by depressive symptoms in patients with heart failure and their partners. Methods: In this secondary data analysis, we included 132 heart failure patients and 132 partners who completed measures of depressive symptoms (the Beck depression inventory II), perceived control (the control attitude scale), and physical and mental health status (the short form-36) instruments. The mediation effect of depression was examined using a series of multiple regression in patients and their family caregivers separately. Results: We found a mediator effect of depressive symptoms in the relationship between perceived control and mental health status in both patients and partners. The relationship between perceived control and physical health status was mediated by depressive symptoms in the patients, not in the partners. Conclusion: Efforts to improve self-care management and maintenance by targeting perceived control may be more effective if depressive symptoms are also effectively managed.

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Examining the Impact of Body Satisfaction and Physical Activity Change on Postpartum Depressive Symptoms

Journal of Physical Activity and Health ◽

10.1123/jpah.2019-0340 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 17 (2) ◽

pp. 141-148

Author(s):

Rebecca A. Schlaff ◽

Meghan Baruth ◽

Faith C. LaFramboise ◽

Samantha J. Deere

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Depressive Symptoms ◽

Body Satisfaction ◽

Vigorous Physical Activity ◽

Time Points ◽

Physical Activity Change ◽

Postpartum Depressive Symptoms ◽

Pregnancy And Postpartum ◽

The Impact ◽

The Relationship

Background: Relationships among moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA), body satisfaction, and postpartum depressive symptoms are not well understood. The purpose of this study is to examine the (1) impact of postpartum body satisfaction and changes in MVPA on postpartum depressive symptoms and (2) moderating effect of changes in MVPA over time on the relationship between postpartum body satisfaction and depressive symptoms. Methods: Participants (N = 269) self-reported body satisfaction, MVPA (prepregnancy through postpartum), and postpartum depressive symptoms. Differences in MVPA at 3 time points (prepregnancy, third trimester, and postpartum) were calculated to create change scores. Main effects and interactions (body satisfaction × MVPA change) were examined using multiple regression. Results: A majority of the sample did not meet MVPA recommendations at all time points. All body satisfaction measures were inversely related to postpartum depressive symptoms (P = .01 to <.001). MVPA change did not predict postpartum depressive symptoms (P = .43–.90) or moderate the relationship between body satisfaction and postpartum depressive symptoms (P = .14–.94). Conclusions: Given the relationship between postpartum body satisfaction and depressive symptoms, intervention research should include strategies that promote positive postpartum body image; clinicians should consider screening for body dissatisfaction. Although not a predictor or moderator, pregnancy and postpartum MVPA promotion should continue, as it has numerous other benefits.

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P1-653: UNDERSTANDING THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PHYSICAL ACTIVITY, DEPRESSIVE SYMPTOMS AND SLEEP QUALITY IN OLDER ADULTS AT-RISK FOR DEMENTIA

Alzheimer s & Dementia ◽

10.1016/j.jalz.2018.06.665 ◽

2006 ◽

Vol 14 (7S_Part_10) ◽

pp. P592-P592

Author(s):

Danit Saks ◽

Sharon L. Naismith ◽

Haley LaMonica ◽

Loren Mowszowski ◽

Jonathon Pye ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Older Adults ◽

At Risk ◽

Depressive Symptoms ◽

Sleep Quality ◽

The Relationship

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The Relationship Between Physical Activity and Perceived Health Status in Older Women: Findings from the Woman’s College Alumni Study

Journal of Women & Aging ◽

10.1080/08952841.2014.906878 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 26 (4) ◽

pp. 305-318 ◽

Cited By ~ 10

Author(s):

Elise K. Eifert ◽

Laurie Wideman ◽

D. J. Oberlin ◽

Jeffrey Labban

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Health Status ◽

Older Women ◽

Perceived Health ◽

Perceived Health Status ◽

The Relationship

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Isotemporal Analysis of the Association of Objectively Measured Physical Activity With Depressive Symptoms: Results From Hispanic Community Health Study/Study of Latinos (HCHS/SOL)

Journal of Physical Activity and Health ◽

10.1123/jpah.2016-0648 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 14 (9) ◽

pp. 733-739 ◽

Cited By ~ 9

Author(s):

Chad D. Rethorst ◽

Ashley E. Moncrieft ◽

Marc D. Gellman ◽

Elva M. Arredondo ◽

Christina Buelna ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Depressive Symptoms ◽

Community Health ◽

Sedentary Behavior ◽

Health Study ◽

Hispanic Community ◽

Hispanic Latinos ◽

Objectively Measured ◽

Relationship Of ◽

The Relationship

Background:The burden of depression among Hispanics/Latinos indicates the need to identify factors related to depressive symptoms. This paper examines the relationship of physical activity (PA) and sedentary behavior (SB) with depressive symptoms in Hispanic/Latinos.Methods:The Hispanic Community Health Study / Study of Latinos (HCHS/SOL) is a population-based, cohort study of Hispanic/Latinos in 4 United States metropolitan areas. Objectively measured PA was coded into: sedentary behavior (SB), light-intensity (LPA), moderate-intensity (MPA), and vigorous-intensity (VPA); and the Center for Epidemiological Studies Depression Scale-10 assessed depressive symptoms. Multiple regression analysis utilizing isotemporal substitution, adjusted for relevant covariates, examined PA as predictors of depressive symptoms.Results:Substitution of 1 hour of SB with VPA resulted in a significant decrease in depressive symptoms (β = –1.215, P = .021). Similar decreases were observed when VPA replaced LPA (β = –1.212, P = .021) and MPA (β = –1.50 P = .034). MPA and LPA were not associated with lower depressive symptoms.Conclusions:Previous research has focused on the relationship of MVPA on depressive symptoms. Our results suggest these constructs should be examined separately as they may have unique relationships with depressive symptoms. The association of SB with greater depressive symptoms confirms previous reports.

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