Not in the script: doctors turn to parkrun and social activities to treat chronic conditions
Australian GPs are increasingly referring patients to non-medical activities and community events – known as ‘social prescribing’ – to help treat a range of ailments
When Steph* developed insomnia and depression in her late teens, she was told to stay away from technology and try to exercise.
“It was annoying,” she says. “Because I already know that helps. If I’m at the doctor, I’m looking for something else. It’s kind of condescending.”
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