The New Wave of Self-Care Found in Extreme Adventures

More individuals are seeking extreme adventures in a new type of extreme ’self care' for mental health.
The New Wave of Self-Care Found in Extreme Adventures
A man enjoys his experience bungee jumping off Auckland Harbour Bridge in Auckland, New Zealand, on Feb. 19, 2009. Sandra Mu/Getty Images
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There has been a growing desire among Australians for more adventure in their lives, particularly heart-racing ones, with a new study showing that 94 percent of young individuals find that embarking on extreme adventures significantly benefits their mental health.

A recent study from Harvard Medical School and the University of Queensland reports more than 50 percent of young people struggling with their mental health.