by floatintheforest | Jun 23, 2023 | Mental Health, Relaxation, Research
Scientific research shows floating reduces anxiety and depression Running the float centre we have the privilege of witnessing the wonderful benefits of floatation on a daily basis, and it’s great to see the body of scientific research confirming these benefits...
by floatintheforest | Jun 1, 2018 | Mental Health, Research
*** Update – this blog has been amended June 2020 to add a video at the end.*** Anxiety and depression Anxiety and depression are the two most common mental health disorders. Their cost to the individual and to society is huge. Pharmaceutical treatments are not always...
by floatintheforest | Sep 1, 2017 | Health, Mental Health, Relaxation, Research, Sleep
Update from the author *** Update – the research described below has now been completed and published. Read the published LIBR research here. *** Anxiety is a common problem Have you ever had that feeling where you’re lying in bed, you should be able to...
by floatintheforest | Aug 10, 2017 | Creativity, Far Out, Relaxation, Research
Receive an object or an experience You know that feeling of excitement about getting the latest shiny new thing? Have you ever noticed how quickly that much anticipated object loses its lustre, once you actually obtain it? Soon enough it fades into the background...
by floatintheforest | Jul 26, 2017 | Health, Mental Clarity, Mental Health, Pain Relief, Performance, Recovery, Relaxation, Research, Sleep, Sports
The impact of traumatic brain injuries Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) can come about through impact (for example during sports) or through experiencing blasts / explosives. If mild they may also be classed as concussion. There are different degrees of effect, and...
by floatintheforest | Jul 12, 2017 | Performance, Recovery, Research, Sports
Athletic skills in tennis If you’ve been enjoying Wimbledon in the last few days, you’ll have noticed that tennis requires an amazing combination of athletic skills. Agility, strength, balance, co-ordination, a focused mind, stamina, peak...
