March 10, 2026 · Menopause (New York, N.Y.) · DOI: 10.1097/GME.0000000000002749

The association between mind-body exercise and depressive symptoms in perimenopausal women: the roles of urban-rural disparity, social support, and subjective well-being

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This study aimed to explore the relationship between mind-body exercise and depressive symptoms in perimenopausal women, while also examining the roles of social support and subjective well-being, and how these associations vary between urban and rural residents. The findings indicated that lower levels of mind-body exercise, social support, and subjective well-being were linked to higher depressive symptoms, with urban women experiencing more significant challenges in these areas compared to their rural counterparts. The results suggest that enhancing social support and subjective well-being may be important for reducing depressive symptoms in this population.

Yuping Zhu, Tianbi Lei, Yun Li, Yang Cao, Guodong Zhang

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