Key result
Self-reported physical exercise demonstrated a significant inverse relationship with hopelessness in a cohort of 914 prisoners.
Why the study?
Does physical exercise reduce hopelessness in prisoners?
Cohort (n=914)
Does physical exercise reduce hopelessness in prisoners?
Self-reported physical exercise is inversely associated with hopelessness among prisoners, suggesting exercise should be included in inmate health plans.
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Should not yet change prison health practice; leaves open whether exercise reduces hopelessness.
Cashin et al. (2008) conducted a cohort in Hopelessness (n=914). Self-reported physical exercise was evaluated on Mental well-being (Beck Hopelessness Scale). Self-reported physical exercise demonstrated a significant inverse relationship with hopelessness in a cohort of 914 prisoners.
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