Outdoor Adventure Recovery
What is O.A.R?
O.A.R stands for outdoor adventure recovery. Also known as adventure therapy. It is a well-researched and proven way of treating addiction and mental health problems such as depression, anxiety etc.
It is an opportunity for individuals to experience the great outdoors and spend time in nature. Taking on challenges and overcoming fears. O.A.R is a great addition to any treatment program and can be used to facilitate growth and long lasting positive change in a person’s recovery.
The O.A.R program is designed to be used as a tool by the treatment centres to facilitate their own program needs and requirements.
O.A.R stands for outdoor adventure recovery. Also known as adventure therapy. It is a well-researched and proven way of treating addiction and mental health problems such as depression, anxiety etc.
It is an opportunity for individuals to experience the great outdoors and spend time in nature. Taking on challenges and overcoming fears. O.A.R is a great addition to any treatment program and can be used to facilitate growth and long lasting positive change in a person’s recovery.
The O.A.R program is designed to be used as a tool by the treatment centres to facilitate their own program needs and requirements.
Benefits of O.A.R
- Adventure therapy uses the experience itself to help individuals face and overcome emotional issues, addictions, behavioural problems, and many other challenges.
- It helps participants develop important life skills that can benefit them throughout their lives.
- It allows individuals to experience the healing properties of nature in a safe and secure setting.
- It gives councillors a chance to see their clients outside of the treatment centre in a different setting than what either are used to.
- It gives a chance for clients to overcome obstacles. To build self-esteem and develop new passions.
- It builds independence
- Develops leadership and communication skills
- Creates a greater awareness of others
- Increased confidence
- Develops passions for new activities and hobbies.
- Learn hard skills: building a camp fire, cooking, etc.