Depends on the individual. I have persistent depressive disorder and I can absolutely see a significant change for the worse when I get off track with my exercise.
But being better than depression medication is a very low bar to beat.
I don’t believe establishing an exact causation is possible because of how complex the brain is. It’s likely a mixture of the two, though, since you’re routinely releasing the hormones by exercising.
depends on which kind of depression, like depression from stress might. but other forms, not so much.
Depends on the individual. I have persistent depressive disorder and I can absolutely see a significant change for the worse when I get off track with my exercise.
But being better than depression medication is a very low bar to beat.
Is this strictly related to doing sports and the hormones it creates, or could this be linked to having a routine?
I don’t believe establishing an exact causation is possible because of how complex the brain is. It’s likely a mixture of the two, though, since you’re routinely releasing the hormones by exercising.