Exercise, Motivation, and Mood Disorders
by Imei Hsu, RN, LMHC
Most people who struggle with depression, anxiety, or a mixture of both want to know how to better manage their symptoms. Typically, I spend some time educating each client about the “Big Five” treatment plan. This plan includes the five elements of evidence-based treatment straight from the text books: 1. Talk therapy, 2. Nutrition, 3. Rest, 4. Exercise, and 5. Medication. Of all of these treatment options, which do you think the majority of people struggle with the most when it comes to consistent implementation?