Sedentary behavior and dimensions of stress: a scoping and mapping review

Key Points

• Sedentary behavior is linked to various dimensions of stress, indicating a complex relationship between lifestyle and mental health.
• The review highlights that increased sedentary time correlates with higher stress levels across multiple populations, specifically adults.
• Conducted as a scoping and mapping review, it examined current literature on sedentary behavior and stress dimensions.
• Understanding these connections may enable better interventions to manage stress and promote physical health.