Physical activity, its relationship with psychological wellbeing and self perception, and in keeping us all psychologically healthier
Year: 2012
Type: report
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: This study provided quantative correlational review of the relationship between physical \nactivity, psychological well being and self perception. A total of (n = 65) participants took \npart in this study ranging between 18 and 40 years of age. Demographic details were also \nreviewed in relation to the three variables. Measurements for the study included the Habitual \nPhysical Activity Questionnaire, the Psychological General Well Being Index and the Body \nEsteem Scale. Results indicated a positive non significant relationship between physical \nactivity and psychological well being (r = .11), a significant correlation relationship between \nphysical activity and self perception (r = .018). No significant relationship was found \nbetween physical activity scores and a specific gender, and no significant difference was \nobserved between self perception scores and gender. Author keywords: Physical exercise, psychological wellbeing, sport, self perception, mental health, physical activity, physical self perception
Source: eSource (Dublin Business School)
Author: Ethan McGuirk
Language: English
Topic: Physical Activity and Health
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W1580818874