Persuasive speech outline on depression

General purpose:

To persuade

Specific speech purpose:

To persuade my audience to exercise regularly to enhance mental health and physical

appearance [This purpose is appropriate for a claim of policy because you want your audience

to take some action, i.e., exercise. You want to persuade your audience that exercise will

enhance mental health and physical appearance.]

Thesis statement:

Regular exercise enhances mental health and physical appearance of the individuals.

Type of claim:

Fact

Organizational Pattern:

Topical

Main points: [Your speech will have two main points.]

I. Exercise an effective method to improves mental health [Write each main point in one complet

sentence.]

II. Exercise magnifies improves physical appearance

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Introduction:

Beautiful and smart individuals are praised everywhere and by everybody. They not only achieve

their goals of life in an efficient and successful way but also influence others in a constructive

manner. People want to be like those individuals who inspire them through their intellectual

capabilities and physical appearance. (Pathos)You can also obtain this admiration by following

an exercise regimen. It not only improves your physical appearance but also makes you smart.

Transition: Today, I will talk about the ways by which exercise boosts up your mental wellbeing

and physical appearance.

Body:

I: Exercise, a successful method to enhance mental health [Write all points in complete

sentences.]

A: Increased level of Dopamine, Serotonin and Endorphins

1. Exercise rises the level of serum calcium which is transferred to cerebrum (Logos). It

further intensifies the production of dopamine through a mechanism which is based on a

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protein responsible for binding calcium (Sutoo and Akiyama. 2003). The improved level

of dopamine governs different intellectual operations. [Write one sentence per point.]

2. Serotonin is another significant chemical that is produced naturally in the body (Logos).

It is not only effective improving mood, but it also minimizes the probability of

depression in the future (Young. 2007). (Logos) According to recent researches, the level

of 5- HIAA and serotonin is increased through exercise in various parts of the brain that

includes cortex and hippocampus (Young. 2007).

3. (Logos) Endorphins are very efficacious in the treatment of brain diseases for example

depersonalization. In depersonalization, the individuals feel indifferent towards

themselves and the world (Hayes and Ross. 2017). These endorphins are released by the

body during exercise.

B: Improved memory and thinking skills

1. (Logos)Exercise is useful in minimizing insulin refusal, decreases inflammation and

triggers the production of growth chemicals that further enhances the development of

blood tubes in and vigour of the cells in brain (Godman. 2014). It strengthens cognition.

2. (Logos)Different researches indicate that the areas of brain which command memory and

thinking have substantial capacity in those people who exercise regularly as compared to

those individuals who do not exercise (Godman. 2014).

Transition: Now I will like to tell you about how exercise can assist you in achieving an

attractive appearance (Pathos).

II: Exercise magnifies physical appearance

A: Upgraded self-confidence and glowing skin

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1. (Logos)Exercise increases self-esteem of the people by reducing depression and

improving their mental wellbeing. When your mental health is improved by exercise then

you feel stronger and become able to combat various issues in life effectively. Self-esteem

performs a significant role in magnifying your physical appearance.

2. (Pathos)Exercise increases blood flow that carries nutrients and oxygen across the body.

It gives more sparkling and younger looking skin to the individuals.

B: Weight loss is crucial for enhancing physical appearance

1. (Ethos)A variety of exercise classes like aerobics, Yoga and Pilates etc. are useful in

losing weight by burning extra calories (Bangay. 2017). When your body is in shape then

it makes you physically more attractive.

2. (Pathos)Fashion choices of the people improve after losing weight because they can fit to

any size and it makes them physically more appealing (Tondl and Henneman. 1994).

Transition: Here I will ask a question from you. “Will you like to sit idle at home or will hit the

gym as soon as possible to be an attractive and healthy person?” (Pathos) And if you are still not

sure about it then please consider my experience of working as a fitness trainer (Ethos).

Conclusion:

(Ethos) On the basis of my expertise and rigorous research, I conclude that exercise is necessary

for improving mental as well as physical health. You only need to attain the services of a fitness

trainer who can recommend a variety of classes to suit your schedules and needs. You can make

yourself as a mentally healthy and physically attractive individual just by making a decision

(Pathos). So, choose a healthy alternative over a lethargic lifestyle and be a first person to take

the initiative! (Pathos).

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References:

1. Hayes. D. and Ross. C. E. (2017). “Body and mind: the effect of exercise, overweight, and

physical health on psychological well-being”. University of Illinois. Pages 387-400.

http://www.jstor.org.ezproxy.kingston.ac.uk/stable/pdf/2136952.pdf?refreqid=search%3Ad6c

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2. Sutoo. D. and Akiyama. K. (2003). “Regulation of brain function by exercise”. Elsevier.

Pages 1-14.

3. Young. S. N. (2007). “How to increase serotonin in the human brain without drugs”. Journal

of Psychiatry and neuroscience. Pages 394-399.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2077351/

4. Godman. H. (2014). “Regular exercise changes the brain to improve memory, thinking skills”.

Harvard health publishing.

https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/regular-exercise-changes-brain-improve-memory-

thinking-skills-201404097110

5. Bangay. E.C. (2017). “7 ways diet and exercise improve your appearance”. Life style.

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https://www.lifestyle.com.au/health/7-ways-diet-and-exercise-improve-your-appearance.aspx

6. Tondl. R. M. and Henneman. A. (1994). “Using Clothing Choices and Body Image to

Enhance Self-Esteem”. Journal of extension.

https://joe.org/joe/1994august/iw1.php.

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