Recent research published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine has highlighted the effectiveness of dancing and other aerobic exercises in treating depression, potentially matching the efficacy of antidepressants. The study, conducted by scientists at James Cook University in Queensland, analyzed 63 studies involving over 70,000 participants, making it one of the largest analyses of its kind. The findings suggest that exercise should be 'prescribed with the same confidence as traditional treatments,' as noted by the researchers. They emphasize that exercise, particularly aerobic activities like jogging, swimming, and dancing, can significantly reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety, with group workouts offering additional benefits. This is especially true for young adults aged 18 to 30 and postnatal women, who showed the most significant improvements (Daily The Patriot, BOL News, Express News, news9live).