Scuba diving therapy

Scuba diving therapy is a type of treatment that consists of a variety of scuba diving activities and exercises. Essential elements are increased body awareness, social bonding, and breathing techniques. The goal is to help rehabilitate individuals with physical, cognitive, and psychological disabilities.

Scuba diving therapy has been shown to reduce levels of anxiety, PTSD, depression, and insomnia. Benefits are particularly observed in military veterans. Primary therapeutic features include camaraderie, hydrostatic pressure, deep breathing exercises, and underwater immersion to stimulate relaxation and regulate daily stressors.

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