Publication Name	World Journal of Psychiatry
Manuscript ID	112235
Country	China

Category	Geriatrics & Gerontology
Manuscript Type	Retrospective Cohort Study
Article Title	Differential impacts of job-related vs leisure-related physical activity on depressive and cognitive function among middle-aged and elderly adults
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Qian-Ru Zhao, Li Xie, Bing Li, Xiang-Ya Zhao, Sheng-Nan Yang, Yi Yang, Ling Dong and Qian Wang
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Corresponding Author	Qian Wang, PhD, The Second Department of General Geriatrics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, No. 1 Jianshe East Road, Erqi District, Zhengzhou 450052, Henan Province, China. qiansmile320@126.com
Key Words	Depressive symptoms; Cognitive function; Physical activity; Job-related activity; Leisure-related activity; Aging; China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study
Core Tip	This study investigates the differential impacts of job-related vs leisure-related physical activities (PA) on depressive symptoms and cognitive function among middle-aged and elderly adults in China, using data from the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study. Key findings indicate that vigorous-intensity PA for job demands exacerbates depressive symptoms and cognitive decline, while moderate-intensity PA for entertainment reduces depressive symptoms and supports cognitive health. These results highlight the importance of promoting leisure-based PA to enhance mental well-being and cognitive outcomes in aging populations, suggesting targeted interventions could be beneficial.
Citation	Zhao QR, Xie L, Li B, Zhao XY, Yang SN, Yang Y, Dong L, Wang Q. Differential impacts of job-related vs leisure-related physical activity on depressive and cognitive function among middle-aged and elderly adults. World J Psychiatry 2025; In press

Received	2025-07-22 06:25
Peer-Review Started	2025-07-22 06:27
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Return for Revision	2025-07-28 07:22
Revised	2025-08-11 08:37
Second Decision	2025-11-14 02:35
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Accepted by Executive Editor-in-Chief	2025-11-14 08:22
Articles in Press	2025-11-14 08:22
Publication Fee Transferred	2025-08-21 06:27
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