Credits.

Introduction.

Part I: Setting the scene.

1 A background to mental health and physical activity.

2 A narrative approach to mental health research.

Part II: Understanding physical activity and sport in mental health.

3 Personal stories of sport, physical activity and mental health.

4 Rebuilding identity through sport and physical activity.

5 Action, achievement and relationships.

6 Physical activity as a stepping stone in recovery.

Part III: Practice and provision of physical activity and sport.

7 The culture of physical activity and sport.

8 Women in sport and physical activity.

9 Social support for participation.

10 Practitioner perspectives.

11 A story from practice.

12 Looking to the future.

References.

Index.