Dossier
social prescribing
Coverage of social prescribing in the Nexus archive.
- Finish Line: The quiet rise of "prescribing connection"
Social prescribing, where doctors recommend activities like fishing or art to improve health, is gaining traction globally. The UK's NHS has led the effort, with over 5.5 million referrals since 2019, while programs like Cast a Thought in Kent show benefits for conditions like depression and PTSD. Studies suggest these interventions reduce depression risk and opioid use, though evidence challenges remain.