Essays about: "forest bathing"

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1. 1. Green – the color of stress recovery : Stress after exposure to nature

   University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

   Author : Fatimah Hilal; [2022]
   Keywords : Shinrin-yoku; hrv; stress recovery theory; biophilia;

   Abstract : Nature and greenspaces have been enjoyed throughout history and used for relaxation purposes. Several theories, such as biophilia and stress recovery theory, suggest nature’s ability to improve stress recovery. Even though stress helps detect danger and enhances alertness, it causes fatigue and distortive cognitive functions if prolonged. READ MORE

3. 2. Restorative urban forests. A study of nature affordances along forest bathing trails in Northeast Italy : a study of nature affordances along forest bathing trails in Northeast Italy

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of People and Society

   Author : Beatrice Guardini; [2022]
   Keywords : restoration; affordances; forest bathing; wellbeing; Italy;

   Abstract : In the framework of newly-emergent forest-based initiatives for health and well-being, forest bathing and the benefits deriving from this practice are widely explored in the fields of medicine, psychology, and forestry. However, besides the significant body of research about the impacts of forest immersions on human health and well-being, few studies investigate the physical characteristics of forests that support this activity. READ MORE

4. 3. Coming back to our senses: Exploring the potential of guided forest bathing as an intervention for human-nature connection

   University essay from Stockholms universitet/Stockholm Resilience Centre

   Author : Annelie Vårhammar; [2021]
   Keywords : human nature connection; guided forest bathing; mindfulness in nature; mixed methods; ACHUNAS; assessment; sustainability interventions; Sweden;

   Abstract : Fostering human-nature connection (HNC) relates to the inner worlds of humans as a realm of influence for sustainability and is considered a deep leverage point for system transformation. Both direct nature experiences and states of mindfulness are significant for influencing the development of HNC. READ MORE

5. 4. Skogsbad för fler : tillgänglighetsanpassning av naturmiljöer

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management (from 130101)

   Author : Elin Svensson; Tuva Hardorp; [2020]
   Keywords : shinrin-yoku; grönska; natur; hälsa; rörelseförmåga; rekreation; återhämtning; naturterapi; skogsterapi; skogsvandring;

   Abstract : Med dagens teknikfokuserade och urbaniserade samhälle följer mycket stress och psykisk ohälsa. Personer med olika former av funktionsnedsättning mår dåligt i högre grad än resterande befolkning. Dessutom ökar antalet personer med funktionsnedsättning bland annat på grund av stigande ålder på befolkningen. READ MORE

6. 5. Hur kan skogsbad bidra till en vidare utveckling av NUR -Naturunderstödd Rehabilitering på landsbygden?

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management (from 130101)

   Author : Elin Lewin; [2020]
   Keywords : NUR; Shinrin-Yoku Skogsbad; naturunderstödd rehabilitering; Alnarps rehabiliteringsträdgård; skogsterapi;

   Abstract : I Sverige var Alnarps rehabiliteringsträdgård först med att erbjuda naturunderstödd rehabilitering för personer med stressrelaterade sjukdomar/besvär. Natunderstödd Rehabilitering på Landsbygden (NUR) har uppstått som en vidare utveckling av den forskning som gjorts på Alnarps rehabiliteringsträdgård. READ MORE