time-out theory

a theory to explain the positive effect of exercise as a stress-management technique. It proposes that when exercising, the individual is taking a time out from the real world and its stress inducers, thereby allowing the body to shut down the physical and mental manifestations of stress.

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October 15th 2024

psychomimetic

adj., n. see psychotomimetic.