Before we jump into therapeutic activities, let's review the foundations that support writing development.

Recreation therapy can be an effective preventative measure against stroke if the intervention is physical in nature. According to the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), regular physical activity reduces the risk of stroke due to its impact on lowering blood pressure and cholesterol levels (2022). However, recreation therapy can also be effective as a treatment to address the symptoms following a cerebrovascular accident. 

The therapeutic recreation interventions recommended for individuals with an eating disorder are primarily in the social and emotional domains.

A huge kudos to Charlie Dixon, author of the Therapeutic Recreation Directory, who has helped compile a plethora of activity ideas for recreation facilitators. This is a stellar resource for ideas related to:

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