European Psychiatric Association review demonstrates that exercise is an effective treatment for major mental health conditions and should form a core part of treatment.
Research: Exercise An Effective Treatment for Mental Health Conditions
Play for Health
Between the constant demands of work and family, it often seems like there's little or no time for play in our daily lives.
There is growing evidence to suggest that play – the type of joyful, unstructured physical activity that we typically associate with young children – can have significant health, mind and body benefits for adults as well.
Awaken Your Mind
How to develop a playful approach to life.
By developing a playful approach to life, you can awaken your mind and reach a new state of consciousness. That's because play changes and rewires your brain so that you become more receptive to new ideas, become more creative, and are better able to deal with stress in your everyday life.
Play and the Feel-Good Hormones
How does play affect hormones and brain chemistry?
Active play can influence neurochemical systems involved in mood, motivation, reward, stress regulation and social connection. These include endorphins, endocannabinoids, dopamine, serotonin, norepinephrine, GABA and oxytocin. Together, these systems help explain why movement and play can leave you feeling more energised, connected and positive.
