The Relationship Between Physical Activity Level and Quality Of Life in Individuals with Bipolar Disorder

Abstract

Background and Aim: Bipolar disorder is a chronic disease that negatively affects the quality of life. Lack of physical activity (PA) and sedentary behavior are independent risk factors for cardiovascular disease and premature mortality in bipolar disorder. This study investigates the relationship between physical activity levels and quality of life in individuals diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Methods: 27 individuals with bipolar disorder followed up at Diskapi Training, and Research Hospital Community Mental Health Center (CMHC) were included in our study. Inclusion criteria were being 18-59 years of age, using their medication regularly, and being in remission. The individuals with psychiatric comorbidities such as intellectual disability, organic brain disease, alcohol/substance abuse, and circadian rhythm disorder were omitted. Sociodemographic Data Form, International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ-SF), and WHOQOL-BREF were evaluated for all participants, respectively. Results: Most participants were not physically active (77.8%), and 22.2% had low physical activity levels. The mean IPAQ-SF score (MET minutes per week) was 363.87±337.06. The QOL-general mean score was 6,88±1,62. The IPAQ-total score was significantly positively correlated with WHOQOL-BREF Psychological (p