Active Families a Recipe for Teen Mental Wellness: Study

Active Families a Recipe for Teen Mental Wellness: Study
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Exercising as a family has more than just physical benefits, it has psychological benefits too, especially for teens, according to a new study.

Adolescents who engage in regular family exercise often experience improved overall mental well-being, which includes lower levels of anxiety and depression, as well as increased self-esteem and decreased stress levels, the research from Statistics Canada suggests.