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Why Is Recreational Therapy Important?
Research shows that exercise and recreation improve mental well-being by reducing anxiety, and depression and by improving self-esteem and cognitive function. Recreation’s also been shown to increase self-esteem and reduce social isolation. Incorporating physical activity is an effective method of dealing with stress that offers long-term benefits, including:
- Preventing heart disease and high blood pressure
- Lowering your risk for stroke, osteoporosis, colon cancer, and diabetes
- Improving your sleep
- Increasing your energy
- Boosting your immune system
- Decreasing stress, anger, and tension
- Stimulating feel-good hormones
- Burning off stress hormones
Recreational Therapy Components
At Lifeskills, we understand the importance of offering a well-rounded variety of therapeutic techniques. Daily, we offer our clients the opportunity to participate in recreational activities including but not limited to:
- Yoga
- Swimming
- Basketball
- Gym outings
- Art therapy
- Music therapy
- Meditation
Interested in learning more
About recreational therapy or our other treatment methods? Call our compassionate Admissions Team today at 954.691.3174 or complete our contact form.