5 Jul 2024 • A recent research underscores the nuanced impact of sedentary behavior (SB) on psychological health and highlights the importance of tailored interventions to reduce sedentary behavior in different life domains to improve overall well-being.

• Sedentary behaviors can be accumulated in various life domains like leisure time, transport, and work/study environments. A cross-sectional study involving 584 participants was conducted to examine associations between sedentary behavior in different domains and psychological outcomes.

• Results showed that leisure-time SB negatively affected psychological well-being in younger adults, while occupational SB was linked to lower satisfaction and mental quality of life in adults. Targeted strategies are needed to reduce SB and improve well-being based on age group.

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