Going fishing while enjoying the great outdoors has significant mental health benefits, including reduced stress, increased concentration, boosted mood, and overall improvement of self-esteem. Fishing has been directly linked to helping people cope with the effects of depression and anxiety. The Angling community would all agree on the therapeutic benefits of angling to enhance mental health and well-being within the community. Beyond the thrill of the catch, angling offers numerous mental health benefits that can significantly enhance your well-being.
Fishing can
Fishing can help improve your mental health in several ways. Whether it’s via social benefits or physical health that enhances your mental and emotional state, fishing is a great way to start feeling back to yourself.
Overall, fishing can be an enjoyable and therapeutic activity that can have a positive impact on mental health. However, it is important to note that fishing should not be used as a substitute for professional mental health treatment
We don’t have figures here in Ireland but in n a survey of 5,500 UK anglers by Angling Trust, 86% said it has helped with stress and anxiety symptoms, 52% said they’ve found it easier to talk about their mental health since taking up the sport, and 95% would recommend it as a way to help manage these things
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