Take an Art Class and Call Me in the Morning. Here's How Social Prescriptions Can Transform Medicine
Briefly

"Imagine a pill that could treat symptoms from depression to dementia, reduce hospitalizations, and have no side effects. This medicine exists, but it's a social prescription."
"Social prescriptions tailor to a patient's specific interests, focusing on activities that spark joy and purpose in their lives, not just addressing what’s wrong with them."
"Over 80% of health outcomes are influenced by social factors, emphasizing the importance of community-based resources over just clinical care in achieving health."
"Social prescriptions are vital to improving health because they address both individual joy and pressing social needs, enhancing overall well-being and reducing healthcare costs."
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