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Engaging in regular physical activity provides significant benefits for mental well-being. Exercise can help enhance mood, reduce feelings of stress, improve sleep quality, and boost self-esteem. It also plays a role in reducing the risk of depression, anxiety, and cognitive decline. Simple activities like walking, gardening, or household chores, as well as structured exercises like running, swimming, or yoga, are effective in promoting mental health. The key is to choose activities that you enjoy, as this increases the likelihood of maintaining a consistent routine.

Exercise not only releases endorphins, which improve mood, but also fosters social connections and provides a sense of accomplishment. Finding ways to incorporate movement into your daily life, whether through short walks, stretching, or joining a fitness class, can significantly enhance overall mental health and quality of life. Learn more here.

Stigma around substance use disorders is one of the biggest barriers to treatment and recovery. You can help support someone who might be looking for substance use disorder treatment, but might not be sure how to ask for help: samhsa.gov/find-support/helping-someone