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Here's why exercise is such a good tool in treating depression

Scientists believe exercise should be a front-line rather than just add-on treatment for depression.

Scientists believe exercise should be a front-line rather than just add-on treatment for depression. Image: Unsplash/ Gabin Vallet

Yeji Jesse Lee
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