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ur lab has commenced studies on the role of aerobic exercise in mental health. Recent laboratory studies concern how previous bouts of exercise can promote emotional regulation, thereby enabling people to rebound quickly from exposure to laboratory stressors. Current experiments address the mechanisms mediating these effects.
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