Essays about: "mental health environment thesis"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 63 essays containing the words mental health environment thesis.

  1. 1. Testing a contemplative landscape method to design a stress-reducing therapeutic landscape for the Mellanorrlands Hospice

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

    Author : Anna Artemeva; [2024]
    Keywords : Therapeutic garden; contemplation; stress reduction; palliative care; hospice centre;

    Abstract : This thesis explores the effectiveness of the Contemplative Landscape Method (CLM) in designing a stress-reducing therapeutic landscape for Mellanorrlands Hospice, aimed at improving the well-being of palliative care patients. With the increasing importance of palliative care due to an ageing population and the growing demand for hospice services, this study addresses the pressing need for therapeutic landscapes that make a positive contribution to the emotional and psychological health of patients and staff. READ MORE

  3. 2. Zen Practice for the environment : A study of how Zen practice can help nurturing a healthy view of the environment

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Teologiska institutionen

    Author : Josua Li; [2024]
    Keywords : Zen; Buddhism; Environment; Interconnections; Impermanence; Fishing; Meditation practices;

    Abstract : In this thesis, I explore how Zen can provide practices that help remedy the environmental problems that may arise from how the environment is viewed. I argue that two ingredients should be part of a good strategy to change how one views the environment. Firstly, a good strategy should not be in conflict with the worldview one holds. READ MORE

  4. 3. Lush Mental Landscapes : effects of Horticulture Therapy on Depression, Anxiety Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder

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

    Author : Katarzyna Domachowska; [2024]
    Keywords : mental disorders; horticultural therapy; effects of horticulture therapy on human; health; stress reduction; depression; anxiety; PTSD; ASD; therapeutic garden; hospital healing garden; effects of horticulture therapy on depression; effects of horticulture therapy on anxiety; effects of horticulture therapy on PTSD; effects of horticulture therapy on ASD;

    Abstract : Every developing human brain is formed by the environment, which is why our surroundings are an important factor for mental health. The natural surroundings have been shown to enhance mood and reduce stress. Being in a natural environment offers a refreshing setting that enables the brain to recover from mental fatigue. READ MORE

  5. 4. Design av hållbara parkeringar – material, växtval och ekosystemtjänster

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

    Author : Jacob Persson; Martin Toft Möllerberg; [2023]
    Keywords : parkeringar; hållbarhet; uppbyggnad; uppbyggnad; växtval; urbana värmeöar; transformation; permeabelt; ekosystemtjänster; dagvattenhantering; BGG-system; upplevelsevärden;

    Abstract : Under vår utbildning för att bli Landskapsarkitekter har vi identifierat förbättringspotential för parkeringar generellt. De har ofta döende vegetation, saknar permeabla ytor och har suboptimal utformning. READ MORE

  6. 5. Design of AI to prevent and counteract work-related mental illness

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Ergonomi och aerosolteknologi; Lunds universitet/Certec - Rehabiliteringsteknik och Design

    Author : Jessica Chen; Emma Malmström Englund; [2023]
    Keywords : Artificial Intelligence; mental illness; user experience; human-AI interaction; psychosocial work environment; Demand-Control-Support model; design thinking; interaction design; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Artificial intelligence (AI) is an emerging technology with the potential to revolutionize the field of mental health. As the prevalence of mental health issues continues to rise, there is a growing need for effective and accessible interventions. This master’s thesis is done in collaboration with Prevas South in Malmö at the UX department. READ MORE