Surf therapy is proving to be a powerful treatment for veterans struggling with PTSD and other mental health challenges. Studies show participants experience a 40% reduction in symptoms after just six weeks.
"There's something healing about being in the ocean," said a program founder. "The focus required to surf, combined with the physical activity and community, creates real change."
“Studies show participants experience a 40% reduction in symptoms after just six weeks.”
The success has led to VA hospitals partnering with surf organizations to offer the therapy as a standard treatment option for veterans.
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Good News Good Vibes. (2026, February 3). Surf Therapy Programs Show Remarkable Results for Veterans. Retrieved from https://goodnewsgoodvibes.com/en/article/surf-therapy-veterans-mental-health
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