September 10, 2025Nature and Science of SleepOpen Access

Effects of Aerobic Exercises at Different Intensities on Sleep Quality in Individuals with Depression: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

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Aerobic exercise improved subjective sleep quality, reporting a standardized mean difference of -0.52.
In total, 13 trials with 994 participants were included, demonstrating significant effects on depression and anxiety.
Systematic analysis employed randomized controlled trials to evaluate the interplay between aerobic exercise, sleep, and mental health.
The findings may encourage exercise therapy as a viable intervention to mitigate depression-related sleep disturbances.

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Systematic review and meta-analysis reveal aerobic exercise enhances sleep quality and reduces anxiety in individuals with depression.

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