Get Moving: The Benefits of Exercise for Teen Mental Health
One of the best things that parents can do for their kids is help them build an exercise habit. That might mean dance, yoga, hiking, or high school athletics. It should be something they really enjoy, so they're inspired to keep doing it. Why is exercise so essential for teens? Because physical activity has significant benefits for teen mental health, according to a large body of research. In fact, exercise can even be as effective as antidepressants. And, on the flip side, physical inactivity is associated with the development of psychological disorders.