Another Reason to Get Kids Off the Couch

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Exercise may combat depression in children, suggests a new study. Seventh- and eighth-grade boys and girls who stepped up their physical-activity levels lessened their symptoms of depression over a two-year period. It’s not clear whether there’s a direct cause-and-effect relationship between exercise and a lower risk for developing depression. But the results of this study are encouraging, and they warrant further research, say the authors. - Psychosomatic Medicine