What are the 2025 Wellness Trends?
The growing emphasis on holistic health and the increasing awareness of well-being are driving the continuous growth of the wellness sector. According to projections by the Global Wellness Institute, the wellness industry is expected to reach 7.3 trillion dollars by 2025. This growth in the wellness sector brings innovations across various areas, from health to sustainability, from beauty to life itself. How do today's needs and the increasing interest in the wellness sector affect the 2025 trends? What awaits us on the path to a healthier life? We asked President of Üsküdar University Prof. Nevzat Tarhan.
Mental health becomes more crucial in the changing dynamics of the modern world
As the dynamics of the modern world change rapidly, mental health is becoming an increasingly important topic. As we approach 2025, we can anticipate that developments in this field will revolve around a few key themes.
Digital psychiatry and AI-supported applications are gaining importance
The impact of technology in the healthcare sector is growing. In mental health, AI-supported assessment tools will help analyze individuals' emotional states more quickly and accurately. In the treatment of many diseases, special software designed to activate the brain, virtual reality, and exercises similar to digital games will come into play. Artificial intelligence will open new doors in psychiatry. The era of Digital Therapeutics (DTx), known as digital drugs, will begin. Especially smartphone-based applications will provide therapeutic support and early intervention opportunities. However, issues such as ethics and privacy will continue to be discussed in this process.
Holistic health and mindfulness practices are gaining popularity
There is an increasing awareness of mental health among individuals. By 2025, holistic approaches that address physical, mental, and spiritual balance together may be more widely adopted. We will particularly see the spread of practices like mindfulness and meditation, both at the individual and corporate level.
Post-pandemic effects and collective trauma studies continue
The long-term psychological effects of the COVID-19 pandemic are still being felt on a societal level. 2025 may be a turning point in how collective trauma is addressed at both individual and societal levels. Psychiatry will focus on more inclusive and community-resilience-building strategies during this process.
The decrease in mental health stigma and the increase in preventive approaches
In recent years, we have seen a decrease in the stigma around mental health. By 2025, I foresee this trend strengthening, with preventive mental health services becoming more widespread. Programs developed for children and adolescents can help foster healthier generations in the next years.
Nature therapy and the search for meaning are increasing
As modern humans' dependence on technology increases, the need to reconnect with nature is also growing. Nature therapy and the search for meaning may play a significant role in mental health services by 2025. This will help individuals find deep meaning in their lives.
Digital loneliness and social isolation are increasing
As technology plays a larger role in human relationships, face-to-face communication is decreasing. This can reinforce the concept of digital loneliness, particularly among young people. The "false sense of connection" created by social media can increase real social isolation. In 2025, the impact of loneliness epidemics on mental health will be further discussed, and community-based approaches that bring individuals together will be at the forefront. Research shows that loneliness has harmful effects on physical health, similar to smoking or obesity. 2025 may be a turning point where loneliness is addressed as a public health issue. Projects that strengthen community bonds, preventive strategies to combat loneliness, and psychological support mechanisms will become more significant.
Technology and behavioral addiction effects continue
Digital addiction will continue to be one of the most common issues in mental health by 2025. Especially social media, online games, and short video platforms may leave lasting effects on individuals' dopamine systems. This can lead to focus problems, impulse control issues, and weakened social relationships. Addiction treatments, digital detoxes, and awareness about technology use will reshape in response.
The need to strengthen psychological resilience is increasing
Loneliness and addiction can lead individuals to question the meaning of their lives. To cope with the rise of loneliness and addiction in mental health, the "psychological resilience-strengthening" approach will be prominent in psychiatry. Therapeutic approaches that support individuals in finding meaning in their lives, trauma resilience training, and mental strengthening programs will become more widespread.
In conclusion, 2025 will be a year where technological and scientific advancements in mental health will accelerate, and innovations that improve individuals' quality of life will be embraced. However, in this process, human values, family, and ethical approaches will be more important than ever.