Football-based therapies for depression in Britain
The National Health Service (NHS) in England confirmed that claims linking attending football matches as a treatment for depression are false. They explained that the experiment which garnered attention was conducted in Gloucestershire and involved lower-division clubs, having no connection to the Premier League or official match tickets. They also pointed out that the "Football as Medicine" program launched by Forres Green Rovers, in cooperation with local clinics, provides free tickets to support mental health, but depression treatment services are based on proven scientific methods and do not include attending Premier League matches. The NHS emphasized that treatment typically begins within six weeks of patient referral and stressed the importance of consulting doctors and mental health services for appropriate care. Additionally, the Premier League has not issued any comment regarding the claims.
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