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Physical activity and psychological distress among older adults in China: a three-wave random-intercept cross-lagged study

Source: Frontiers - Health • Published: 05 Nov 2026, 00:00

Summarized by Masters of Longevity from Frontiers - Health.

Three-wave study found higher-than-usual activity predicted lower psychological distress months later.

Physical activity and psychological distress among older adults in China: a three-wave random-intercept cross-lagged study
Key Takeaways
  • Within-person activity increases were associated with later lower distress.
  • Higher average physical activity was associated with lower distress.
  • Distress-to-activity effects were weaker and remained less consistent.
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