Ulrich, R.S. & R. Parsons, 1993, Influences of passive experiences with plants on individual well-being and health, in: Relf, D., ‘The role of horticulture in human well-being and social development’, Timber Press , Portland
- Author : Ulrich, R.S. & R. Parsons
- Year : 1993
- Published in Book : The role of horticulture in human well-being and social development
- Pages : 93-105
- Abstract in English : A review on psychological benefits of horticulture.--- A large body of research has shown that the presence of trees and other large vegetation in urban settings enhances aesthetic liking or preference. Also, a growing number of studies have found that viewing nature scenes dominated by vegetation has beneficial effects on psychology and physiological well-being, and in certain situations can have positive effects on health-related indicators. In laboratory research, visual exposure to settings with vegetation has produced significant recovery from stress within only five minutes, as indicated by changes in physiological measure such as blood pressure and muscle tension.
- Comments/Notes : KEYWORDS: environmental psychology, benefits of health, horticulture, psychological well-being, societal significance, stress. See also: Relf, 1992. UTILITY: lecturers/teachers, academic research, students of universities of professional education.