Recent emerging evidence shows that exercise and dietary intervention are valuable components of a multifaceted treatment plan for numerous mental health conditions, elevating mood, reducing anxiety, reducing stress and helping regain confidence.
Lifestyle change also has the added benefit of addressing many of the physical health problems commonly associated mental health conditions such cardiovascular disease, hypertension, diabetes and obesity. While all cases require a varied intervention, AEP’s team are in a unique position to provide the motivation, tools and professional private setting to promote favourable change and improve quality of life.
Physiotherapists may be engaged to manage any musculoskeletal injuries and pain symptoms if they are evident and effecting the clients wellbeing and happiness. Conditions that can benefit from lifestyle support include:
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Stress