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Episode 178 BEaTS Research Radio - Endorphin boost: Exercise and mental health

February 04, 2024 BEaTS Research Radio Season 1 Episode 178
BEaTS Research Radio's Podcast
Episode 178 BEaTS Research Radio - Endorphin boost: Exercise and mental health
Show Notes

Deyanira Hernandez from the University of Ottawa interviews Dr. Catherine Sabiston, an exercise and health psychology professor at the University of Toronto. Dr. Sabiston holds a Canada Research Chair in physical activity and mental health to conduct research on understanding physical activity, motivation, and mental health, including body image, physical self-perceptions, anxiety, depression, and stress. In this episode, Dr. Sabiston talks about her motivation to pursue a career in physical activity and mental health, the differences between multi-sport vs. single-sport approaches, and finally, she gives some advice for the community about how to create a more inclusive and appropriate environment where adolescents do not develop body-related shame and guilt. 

Learn more: https://kpe.utoronto.ca/faculty/sabiston-catherine