Increasing Physical Activity in Persons With Depression

The research project is a pilot study to assess the effects of a multi-component intervention
in increasing physical activity among persons with depression. Individuals meeting
inclusion/exclusion criteria will be enrolled in the 12-week intervention. Intervention
components will include self-monitoring, Active Living counseling, and facility access. Blood
samples will be collected at baseline. Assessments (anxiety, stress, sleep) and sample
collection will also occur at 2 time points during the intervention (Weeks 7 and 13). Changes
in physical activity will be assessed using Fitbits to measure weekly minutes of
moderate/vigorous activity.

Inclusion Criteria:

- Age 18-65 years

- Positive depression screen (Patient Health Questionnaire [PHQ-9]) or current
antidepressant treatment

- Report <150 minutes of weekly moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) on the
Exercise Vital Sign (EVS)

- Written and verbal fluency in English

Exclusion Criteria:

- Medical condition contraindicating physical activity participation

- Cognitively unable to give informed consent

- Non-English speaking