Citation

Novic AJ, Seib C, Burton NW. Aust. J. Psychol. 2023; 75(1): e2153623.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2023, Australian Psychological Society, Publisher Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1080/00049530.2022.2153623

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

What is already known about this topic: Previous research indicates psychological distress is prevalent among Australian mid-aged adults.

Mastery and physical activity are resources shown to protect against psychological distress in mid-aged adults.

Longitudinal research with mid-aged adults has demonstrated a positive relationship between mastery and physical activity.

What this topic adds:The current study showed higher mastery was associated with lower psychological distress in a sample of mid-aged adults.No relationship was observed between physical activity and distress or for an interaction between physical activity and mastery.This evidence may inform the development of interventions to mitigate distress in mid-aged adults.

Language: en

Keywords

Exercise; mental health; mid-aged adults; self-control; well-being