The effects of forest therapy on public mental health and circular economy: A policy support model in Japan
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DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2022.1042589
Abstract: Background Forest therapy has gained popularity in Japan and even other nations/regions due to its health benefits. In addition, forest therapy has contributed to the development of circular economy and industrial upgrading. Japanese successful practice… read more here.
Keywords: health; therapy; forest therapy; circular economy ... See more keywords
Current Development Status of Forest Therapy in China
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DOI: 10.3390/healthcare8010061
Abstract: As a result of rapid urbanization and urban sprawl, natural ecosystems are shrinking or are fragmented, affecting people’s health and quality of life. Modern people prefer to live in large cities rather than rural areas… read more here.
Keywords: therapy; forest therapy; current development; therapy china ... See more keywords
Effects of Forest Therapy on Depressive Symptoms among Adults: A Systematic Review
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph14030321
Abstract: This study systematically reviewed forest therapy programs designed to decrease the level of depression among adults and assessed the methodological rigor and scientific evidence quality of existing research studies to guide future studies. This systematic… read more here.
Keywords: systematic review; effects forest; therapy; among adults ... See more keywords
Benefits of a Three-Day Bamboo Forest Therapy Session on the Physiological Responses of University Students
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph17093238
Abstract: Studies have indicated that natural environments have the potential to improve the relationship between a stressful life and psychological well-being and physical health. Forest therapy has recently received widespread attention as a novel solution for… read more here.
Keywords: bamboo forest; forest therapy; university students; three day ... See more keywords
Effects of Forest Therapy on Health Promotion among Middle-Aged Women: Focusing on Physiological Indicators
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph17124348
Abstract: Women experience more stress in middle age than in other life stages, and health in middle age is vital, because it influences the quality of life in old age. In this study, the effects of… read more here.
Keywords: middle aged; effects forest; health; forest therapy ... See more keywords
Stepped-Wedge Cluster Randomised Trial of Social Prescribing of Forest Therapy for Quality of Life and Biopsychosocial Wellbeing in Community-Living Australian Adults with Mental Illness: Protocol
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph17239076
Abstract: Social Prescribing (SP) involves linking individuals with mental illness to local health and welfare services to improve quality of life (QoL) and biopsychosocial wellbeing. SP programs address psychosocial wellbeing by linking individuals to group activities.… read more here.
Keywords: forest therapy; biopsychosocial wellbeing; social prescribing; qol biopsychosocial ... See more keywords
Short-Term Effects of Forest Therapy on Mood States: A Pilot Study
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18189509
Abstract: Immersion in forest environments was shown to produce beneficial effects to human health, in particular psychophysical relaxation, leading to its growing recognition as a form of integrative medicine. However, limited evidence exists about the statistical… read more here.
Keywords: short term; mood states; therapy; forest therapy ... See more keywords
Does Forest Therapy Have Physio-Psychological Benefits? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph191710512
Abstract: Forest therapy involves visiting forests or conducting forest-based treatment activities to improve one’s health. Studies have investigated the health benefits of forests, but consensus has not been reached. This study comprised a systematic review and… read more here.
Keywords: analysis; forest therapy; meta analysis; systematic review ... See more keywords
The Effects of Forest Therapy on the Blood Pressure and Salivary Cortisol Levels of Urban Residents: A Meta-Analysis
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20010458
Abstract: Urban residents have a higher risk of hypertension and psychological stress than rural residents. Aside from medical interventions, understanding how to control hypertension and alleviate the stress of urban populations has become a public concern.… read more here.
Keywords: dbp; therapy; urban residents; forest therapy ... See more keywords
Effects of Urban Forest Therapy Program on Depression Patients
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20010507
Abstract: Depression is a common serious mental health condition that can have negative personal and social consequences, and managing it is critical for treating depression patients. Forest therapy is emerging as a promising non-pharmacological intervention to… read more here.
Keywords: forest therapy; depression; urban forest; therapy program ... See more keywords
Long-Term Effects of Mountain Hiking vs. Forest Therapy on Physical and Mental Health of Couples: A Randomized Controlled Trial
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20021469
Abstract: Highlights What are the main findings? Highly functioning adults with a sedentary lifestyle benefit physically and mentally from forest therapy and mountain hiking. Women predominantly benefited highly from mountain hiking regarding hemopoietic system and aerobic… read more here.
Keywords: mountain hiking; contact nature; health; forest therapy ... See more keywords