HORTICULTURAL THERAPY & THERAPEUTIC HORTICULTURE
Research Database
The Horticultural Therapy / Therapeutic Horticulture Research Database is a comprehensive, organized collection of research studies focused on the benefits, methodologies, and applications of horticultural therapy (HT) and therapeutic horticulture (TH). It serves as a resource for researchers, practitioners, educators, policymakers, and funding organizations interested in evidence-based applications of HT/TH.
Purpose & Intended Users
- Researchers – Access peer-reviewed studies, case studies, and meta-analyses to support further academic work.
- Practitioners – Find evidence-based strategies and interventions for therapeutic horticulture programs.
- Educators – Utilize research findings for curriculum development in HT/TH and related fields.
- Policymakers & Funders – Review data on program effectiveness to support policy initiatives and grant funding.
- Healthcare Professionals – Explore intersections between HT/TH and allied health disciplines such as occupational therapy, physical therapy, nursing, social work, and counseling.
How Studies Are Categorized
To enhance usability, studies are categorized using a structured tagging system. Each study is assigned tags based on:
- Program Type – Defines the nature of the intervention.Â
- Population Groups – Identifies the target demographic.
- Setting or Context – Specifies the environment in which the intervention occurs.
- Health and Wellness Outcomes – Highlights key benefits and effects.
- Allied Profession Intersections – Indicates related fields that may apply the research.
- Type of Activity – Describes specific horticulture-related interventions.
- Evidence Type – Classifies the research methodology.
- Measurement and Evaluation – Details how outcomes are assessed.
- Research Source – Identifies where the study originates.
- Access – Specifies whether the research is freely available or requires payment.
Tagging Glossary
We’ve created a Tagging Glossary to help you navigate and categorize research more efficiently. This resource ensures consistency and makes it easier to find relevant studies.
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