title: Physical fitness program for patients with psychiatric disorders. A clinical report.
abstract: The current practice of physical therapy rarely addresses the needs of patients with psychiatric disorders. The literature has shown that physical and psychological health are related intimately. This article describes a physical fitness training program designed for inpatients with mental illness in an acute care hospital setting. A training program consisting of group exercise sessions conducted three times a week for six weeks may enhance the patients' self-esteem and body image in a unique way. Physical therapy intervention should be broadened to address the special needs of the mentally disabled.
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D001828:Body Image; D004644:Emotions; D005081:Exercise Therapy; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D001523:Mental Disorders / Q000523:psychology / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D008875:Middle Aged; D010809:Physical Fitness; D011581:Psychological Tests; D012649:Self Concept