Wilderness therapy

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Wilderness therapy, also known as outdoor behavioral healthcare, is a form of therapeutic intervention that uses outdoor activities and immersion in natural environments to promote psychological, behavioral, and social well-being. It is used in the treatment of mental health conditions, substance abuse disorders, and behavioral issues, particularly among adolescents and young adults. Wilderness therapy programs vary widely in structure and philosophy, but typically combine elements of psychotherapy, group processes, and experiential learning with activities such as hiking, camping, and survival skills. Related practices have emerged in the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Australia, and across Scandinavia, often influenced by local outdoor traditions and cultural perspectives. In the United States this developed into an industry of extended wilderness programs running for months at a time, sometimes with involuntary admission, combining aspects of military boot camps. Wilderness...

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