Question 1

Current meta-analyses suggest that aerobic exercise does not demonstrate a significant effect in the treatment of anxiety disorders.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

According to one recent review, what is the current recommended minimum dose physical activity for the treatment of depression?

Accepted Answer

A)  supervised aerobic exercise that occurs 2 times a week at a moderate intensity for a minimum of 12 weeks 
B)  supervised aerobic exercise that occurs 3 times a week at a moderate intensity for a minimum of 12 weeks 
C)  supervised aerobic exercise that occurs 2 times a week at any intensity for a minimum of 9 weeks 
D)  supervised aerobic exercise that occurs 3 times a week at a moderate intensity for a minimum of 9 weeks 
A)  supervised aerobic exercise that occurs 2 times a week at a moderate intensity for a minimum of 12 weeks 
B)  supervised aerobic exercise that occurs 3 times a week at a moderate intensity for a minimum of 12 weeks 
C)  supervised aerobic exercise that occurs 2 times a week at any intensity for a minimum of 9 weeks 
D)  supervised aerobic exercise that occurs 3 times a week at a moderate intensity for a minimum of 9 weeks

Question 3

In regard to the role of physical activity in preventing mental health problems, the strongest evidence applies to the research area of ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  depression 
B)  anxiety 
C)  self-concept 
D)  mood 
A)  depression 
B)  anxiety 
C)  self-concept 
D)  mood

Question 4

Research on the effects of exercise on monoamine activity has been primarily limited to measuring

Accepted Answer

A)  metabolites in peripheral blood. 
B)  brain tissue occupancy. 
C)  metabolites in the urine. 
D)  VO2 (max.). 
A)  metabolites in peripheral blood. 
B)  brain tissue occupancy. 
C)  metabolites in the urine. 
D)  VO2 (max.).

Question 5

If you were going to recommend types of exercise to promote self-esteem based on the evidence, what would you suggest?

Accepted Answer

A)  stretching and weight lifting 
B)  some form of vigorous aerobic exercise 
C)  any type of aerobic exercise you enjoy 
D)  any of the above 
A)  stretching and weight lifting 
B)  some form of vigorous aerobic exercise 
C)  any type of aerobic exercise you enjoy 
D)  any of the above

Question 6

Meta-analyses examining the effect of acute and aerobic physical activity on positive activated affect have generally shown a ________ effect.

Accepted Answer

A)  nonsignificant 
B)  small 
C)  moderate 
D)  large 
A)  nonsignificant 
B)  small 
C)  moderate 
D)  large

Question 7

When prescribing the intensity of physical activity to an individual who has been inactive for a while it is likely important to recommend an intensity where the individual can easily talk to someone beside them.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Exercise can be used as a frontline treatment for serious mental illness like schizophrenia.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The burden of mental illness and addiction in Ontario has been estimated as more than ________ times the burden of all cancers?

Accepted Answer

A)  1.3 
B)  1.5 
C)  1.7 
D)  2 
A)  1.3 
B)  1.5 
C)  1.7 
D)  2

Question 10

The work of James Blumenthal has been important in developing the evidence base for using exercise as an antidepressant. However, what is one critical finding from his research that we should consider in terms of clinical implications?

Accepted Answer

A)  The effects of exercise are no better than medication. 
B)  Participants commonly feel better more quickly with medication. 
C)  Exercise needs to be done in a supervised setting. 
D)  Exercise has more long term benefits than medication. 
A)  The effects of exercise are no better than medication. 
B)  Participants commonly feel better more quickly with medication. 
C)  Exercise needs to be done in a supervised setting. 
D)  Exercise has more long term benefits than medication.

Question 11

Discuss the prevalence of mental health problems in Canada and internationally.

Accepted Answer

The correct answer should include refere

Question 12

Perhaps one of the key challenges in thinking about using exercise to promote mental health is

Accepted Answer

A)  not knowing for sure what the mechanisms are. 
B)  understanding how to best help people get active and stay active. 
C)  not knowing for sure what the dosage is. 
D)  the lack of evidence. 
A)  not knowing for sure what the mechanisms are. 
B)  understanding how to best help people get active and stay active. 
C)  not knowing for sure what the dosage is. 
D)  the lack of evidence.

Question 13

The actual dosage of exercise to best promote mental health is

Accepted Answer

A)  likely one that individuals can enjoy and sustain. 
B)  one that fits with an individual's personal preferences and goals. 
C)  in line with current physical activity guidelines. 
D)  all of the above 
A)  likely one that individuals can enjoy and sustain. 
B)  one that fits with an individual's personal preferences and goals. 
C)  in line with current physical activity guidelines. 
D)  all of the above

Question 14

In comparison to the general population, individuals with chronic physical and/or mental health problems tend to have a ________ incidence of depression.

Accepted Answer

A)  higher 
B)  lower 
C)  similar 
D)  equal 
A)  higher 
B)  lower 
C)  similar 
D)  equal

Question 15

In terms of explaining why exercise improves mental health, one idea is that as a person engages in exercise and experiences fitness gains or bodily changes

Accepted Answer

A)  self-efficacy remains the same but self-esteem increases. 
B)  personality changes and results in enhanced mood. 
C)  self-awareness increases. 
D)  self-efficacy for exercise increases, and the person experiences a feeling of accomplishment. 
A)  self-efficacy remains the same but self-esteem increases. 
B)  personality changes and results in enhanced mood. 
C)  self-awareness increases. 
D)  self-efficacy for exercise increases, and the person experiences a feeling of accomplishment.

Question 16

Research reviews on depression and exercise would suggest that

Accepted Answer

A)  the antidepressant effects of exercise are not apparent at follow-up measures. 
B)  the length of the exercise program has no effect on decreases in depression. 
C)  clinicians should consider suggesting exercise as one option for treating depression. 
D)  only aerobic exercise is effective in reducing participant depression. 
A)  the antidepressant effects of exercise are not apparent at follow-up measures. 
B)  the length of the exercise program has no effect on decreases in depression. 
C)  clinicians should consider suggesting exercise as one option for treating depression. 
D)  only aerobic exercise is effective in reducing participant depression.

Question 17

According to one meta-analytic review on exercise and anxiety covered in the textbook, the effect size for exercise versus no treatment control conditions was ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  nonsignificant 
B)  small 
C)  medium 
D)  large 
A)  nonsignificant 
B)  small 
C)  medium 
D)  large

Question 18

With reference to three specific hypotheses, discuss what is currently known about why physical activity might improve mental health.

Accepted Answer

This could include the following points:

Question 19

It has been suggested that MHPG levels return to normal levels approximately how long after exercise has been completed?

Accepted Answer

A)  12 hours 
B)  6 hours 
C)  3 hours 
D)  1 hour 
A)  12 hours 
B)  6 hours 
C)  3 hours 
D)  1 hour

Question 20

Recent meta-analytic reviews have established a clear and consistent dose-response relationship between physical activity and a range of mental health outcomes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Current meta-analyses suggest that aerobic exercise does not demonstrate a significant effect in the treatment of anxiety disorders.

According to one recent review, what is the current recommended minimum dose physical activity for the treatment of depression?

In regard to the role of physical activity in preventing mental health problems, the strongest evidence applies to the research area of ________.

Research on the effects of exercise on monoamine activity has been primarily limited to measuring

If you were going to recommend types of exercise to promote self-esteem based on the evidence, what would you suggest?

Meta-analyses examining the effect of acute and aerobic physical activity on positive activated affect have generally shown a ________ effect.

When prescribing the intensity of physical activity to an individual who has been inactive for a while it is likely important to recommend an intensity where the individual can easily talk to someone beside them.

Exercise can be used as a frontline treatment for serious mental illness like schizophrenia.

The burden of mental illness and addiction in Ontario has been estimated as more than ________ times the burden of all cancers?

The work of James Blumenthal has been important in developing the evidence base for using exercise as an antidepressant. However, what is one critical finding from his research that we should consider in terms of clinical implications?

Discuss the prevalence of mental health problems in Canada and internationally.

Perhaps one of the key challenges in thinking about using exercise to promote mental health is

The actual dosage of exercise to best promote mental health is

In comparison to the general population, individuals with chronic physical and/or mental health problems tend to have a ________ incidence of depression.

In terms of explaining why exercise improves mental health, one idea is that as a person engages in exercise and experiences fitness gains or bodily changes

Research reviews on depression and exercise would suggest that

According to one meta-analytic review on exercise and anxiety covered in the textbook, the effect size for exercise versus no treatment control conditions was ________.

With reference to three specific hypotheses, discuss what is currently known about why physical activity might improve mental health.

It has been suggested that MHPG levels return to normal levels approximately how long after exercise has been completed?

Recent meta-analytic reviews have established a clear and consistent dose-response relationship between physical activity and a range of mental health outcomes.

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Exam 13: Physical Activity and Mental Health

Current meta-analyses suggest that aerobic exercise does not demonstrate a significant effect in the treatment of anxiety disorders.

According to one recent review, what is the current recommended minimum dose physical activity for the treatment of depression?

In regard to the role of physical activity in preventing mental health problems, the strongest evidence applies to the research area of ________.

Research on the effects of exercise on monoamine activity has been primarily limited to measuring

If you were going to recommend types of exercise to promote self-esteem based on the evidence, what would you suggest?

Meta-analyses examining the effect of acute and aerobic physical activity on positive activated affect have generally shown a ________ effect.

When prescribing the intensity of physical activity to an individual who has been inactive for a while it is likely important to recommend an intensity where the individual can easily talk to someone beside them.

Exercise can be used as a frontline treatment for serious mental illness like schizophrenia.

The burden of mental illness and addiction in Ontario has been estimated as more than ________ times the burden of all cancers?

The work of James Blumenthal has been important in developing the evidence base for using exercise as an antidepressant. However, what is one critical finding from his research that we should consider in terms of clinical implications?

Discuss the prevalence of mental health problems in Canada and internationally.

Perhaps one of the key challenges in thinking about using exercise to promote mental health is

The actual dosage of exercise to best promote mental health is

In comparison to the general population, individuals with chronic physical and/or mental health problems tend to have a ________ incidence of depression.

In terms of explaining why exercise improves mental health, one idea is that as a person engages in exercise and experiences fitness gains or bodily changes

Research reviews on depression and exercise would suggest that

According to one meta-analytic review on exercise and anxiety covered in the textbook, the effect size for exercise versus no treatment control conditions was ________.

With reference to three specific hypotheses, discuss what is currently known about why physical activity might improve mental health.

It has been suggested that MHPG levels return to normal levels approximately how long after exercise has been completed?

Recent meta-analytic reviews have established a clear and consistent dose-response relationship between physical activity and a range of mental health outcomes.

Introducing Sport and Exercise Psychology

Personality in Sport and Exercise

Motivation and Behavioural Change

Stress, Emotion, and Coping in Sport and Exercise

Anxiety in Sport and Exercise

Aggression and Moral Behaviour in Sport

Sport Psychology Interventions

Leadership in Sport and Exercise

Group Cohesion in Sport and Exercise

Youth Involvement and Positive Development in Sport

Coaching Psychology

Aging and Involvement in Sport and Physical Activity

Body Image in Sport and Exercise

Physical Activity Interventions

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