Publication Name	World Journal of Psychiatry
Manuscript ID	113765
Country	China

Category	Psychiatry
Manuscript Type	Retrospective Study
Article Title	Influence of aerobic exercise on the cognitive and social functions of elderly patients with schizophrenia
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Can Ao, Lu Zhan, Yu-Lan Mou, Shu Hu and Yong-Hong Huang
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Corresponding Author	Yong-Hong Huang, Associate Chief Physician, Department of General Practice, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical and Pharmaceutical College, No. 301 Nancheng Road, Nanan District, Chongqing 400060, China. huang_cqsixthhosp@163.com
Key Words	Schizophrenia; Aerobic exercise; Cognitive function; Social function; Elderly patients
Core Tip	This study investigated the impact of aerobic exercise on the cognitive and social functions of older patients with schizophrenia. In a 12-week retrospective analysis, significant improvements were observed in cognitive domains (processing speed, memory, and executive function) and social functioning, alongside reduced psychotic symptoms. Exercise duration positively correlated with cognitive gain and social function recovery. These findings support the integration of individualized aerobic exercise in geriatric schizophrenia care as a safe and effective adjunct intervention.
Citation	Ao C, Zhan L, Mou YL, Hu S, Huang YH. Influence of aerobic exercise on the cognitive and social functions of elderly patients with schizophrenia. World J Psychiatry 2025; In press

Received	2025-09-16 09:38
Peer-Review Started	2025-09-16 09:39
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2025-10-11 02:53
Return for Revision	2025-10-11 02:53
Revised	2025-10-22 08:34
Publication Fee Transferred	2025-10-28 14:34
Second Decision by Editor	2025-12-16 02:39
Second Decision by Editor-in-Chief
Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2025-12-16 06:28
Articles in Press	2025-12-16 06:28
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