"Maximizing Patient Retention: The Impact of Exercise on Depression Treatment"

Psychiatrists have found that a combination of regular exercise and cognitive behavioral therapy can effectively treat depression, potentially reducing the need for antidepressant medications. Research shows that exercise can be as effective as medication in treating depression, and cognitive behavioral therapy can help rewire the brain to correct negative thought patterns. While this approach may not work for all mental health conditions, it has been shown to have enduring effects on depression recovery and can be even more effective when combined with antidepressant medication.