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Study finds higher daily step counts linked to fewer symptoms of depression, with 7000+ steps a day reducing risk of depression in adults

Study: Daily step counting and depression in adults A systematic review and meta-analysis. Image credit: Green Elk/Shutterstock.com

In a recent study published in JAMA Network Opena team of Spanish and South American researchers investigated the relationship between daily step counts, measured objectively using wearable devices, and depression in adults.

Analyzing data from 33 observational studies, the researchers investigated whether increasing physical activity through walking was associated with a reduction in depressive symptoms. They provided insights into its potential role in mental health strategies.

Background

Depression is a major mental health challenge for many people around the world. It affects the quality of life and poses significant prevention and treatment challenges. Although various biological and lifestyle factors are believed to contribute to depression, increasing attention has been paid to modifiable behaviors such as physical activity.

Previous studies have consistently highlighted the protective effects of physical activity against depression. Light-intensity activities, including walking, offer an affordable way to promote mental well-being. However, quantifying physical activity and its association with mental health outcomes has been challenging due to the reliance on self-reported data.

Wearable devices now provide a practical solution for tracking daily steps, which is a simple activity indicator. While evidence already shows the benefits of higher levels in reducing cardiovascular disease and mortality risks, research focusing on mental health outcomes, particularly depression, remains limited.

About the study

The present study used a systematic review and meta-analysis approach to investigate the relationship between daily step counts, measured objectively using wearable devices, and depression among adults. The researchers followed standard reference guidelines and performed a comprehensive search of multiple databases, including PubMed and Scopus, to identify observational studies up to May 2024.

Eligibility criteria included studies that measured daily steps using accelerometers, pedometers or smartphones and assessed depression either diagnostically or via a symptom scale. A total of 33 studies were included, comprising 27 cross-sectional and six longitudinal studies, consisting of both panel and cohort studies, covering more than 96,000 participants worldwide.

After data extraction, daily step counts were categorized into activity levels, and depression outcomes were analyzed as both continuous and categorical variables. The researchers also harmonized the exposure data following a recognized classification system for step counts.

Statistical analyzes included pooled effect sizes such as correlation coefficients and hazard ratios. In addition, the study also conducted subgroup analyzes to explore variations by age, gender, and device type, while sensitivity analyzes and estimates of publication bias were performed to ensure the robustness of the findings.

The study pooled data from different populations and used staging methods, while quality assessments were assigned to each included study. Longitudinal data allowed researchers to examine risk associations over time, complementing cross-sectional analyses. The overall approach aimed to clarify whether daily step counts provide a protective effect against depression, setting the stage for potential public health applications.

Results

The study found that higher daily step counts were significantly associated with reduced depressive symptoms. In cross-sectional analyses, walking 5,000 or more steps per day was associated with fewer depressive symptoms compared with walking fewer than 5,000 steps.

In addition, gradual increases in activity showed additional benefits, with step counts above 7,500 being associated with even greater reductions in depression symptoms. Prospective cohort data revealed that people who walked 7,000 or more steps daily had a significantly lower risk of developing depression compared to those who walked fewer steps. Specifically, each additional 1,000 steps per day corresponded to a 9% reduction in the risk of depression.

Effect sizes differed between step categories, with the strongest associations seen in participants who achieved at least 10,000 steps per day. Furthermore, subgroup analyzes highlighted consistent benefits across different age groups and genders, emphasizing the universal applicability of walking as a mental health intervention. The findings suggested a linear relationship, with higher levels of activity yielding greater protective effects.

Furthermore, sensitivity analyzes supported the robustness of the results and showed minimal bias. However, variations in device type and measurement methods were found to have introduced some heterogeneity. Overall, the research demonstrated the potential of step-based physical activity to moderate the risk of depression and highlighted walking as an accessible and scalable strategy for promoting mental health.

conclusions

In summary, the study reported a strong association between increased daily steps and reduced risk of depression in adults. The researchers found that walking offered significant mental health benefits and could serve as an effective tool in public health strategies. These findings also highlighted the importance of incorporating physical activity goals into mental health interventions.

Journal Reference:

  • Bizzozero-Peroni, B., Díaz-Goñi, V., Jiménez-López, E., Rodríguez-Gutiérrez, E., Sequí-Domínguez, I., Sergio, Francisco, LJ, Martínez-Vizcaíno, V., & Mesas, , AE (2024). Daily step counting and depression in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis. JAMA Network Open7(12), e2451208–e2451208. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2024.51208 https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2828073
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