Social Work
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Queensland Health recommends that clients consult with a medical practitioner prior to following these physical activity guidelines, particularly where they have been previously inactive, have heart disease or close relatives with heart disease, are pregnant or have other major health problems.
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Encourage a planned and consistent approach to physical activity.
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Explain physical activity benefits for mental health, especially the social benefits and chance to talk to others.
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Find out what clients used to do, why they stopped and how they could start again.
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Get clients with depression to include physical activity every second day.
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Link the importance of physical activity for mental health benefits, especially for depression.
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There are extra benefits from being physically active in a group. Being part of a group can provide social benefits such as improved family relationships and can help reduce isolation for people who live alone or are socially isolated.
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