Comparison of the effects of aerobic exercise and computer-based cognitive stimulation in patients with schizophrenia - A randomized controlled trial

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• Patients with schizophrenia showed improved cognitive function with aerobic exercise compared to cognitive stimulation.
• After 12 weeks, those participating in aerobic exercise demonstrated significant enhancements in cognitive scores.
• Randomized controlled trial assessed various cognitive skills through neuropsychological tests over a set period.
• These findings suggest that implementing physical exercise could enhance treatment strategies for schizophrenia.