RESEARCH

Horticultural Therapy Program Based on Health Care Educationfor Stress Reduction of Hypertensive Patients

Horticultural therapy reduces stress and improves the quality of life in hypertensive patients by integrating health care education with plant-based activities.
Program Types: Therapeutic
Population Groups: Chronic/Acute Health Conditions
Setting or Context: Schools/Educational Settings
Health and Wellness Outcomes: Improved Stress Management, Increased Horticultural Knowledge, Improved Quality of Life
Allied Profession Intersections: Education
Type of Activity: Indoor Plant Care, Environmental Education
Evidence Type: Case Studies
Measurement and Evaluation: Program Effectiveness
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Summary

A study on hypertensive patients examined the effects of a horticultural therapy program combined with health care education. The experimental group (30 participants) engaged in gardening activities and educational sessions twice a week for eight weeks, while the control group (30 participants) received standard care. Results showed that the horticultural therapy group experienced significant reductions in stress and improvements in quality of life, while the control group showed no changes.

The program also increased participants’ knowledge of hypertension and horticulture, helping them better manage their condition. Activities such as repotting, watering, and plant care were used to explain hypertension concepts, reinforcing self-care principles through hands-on learning. The study suggests that horticultural therapy can be an effective complementary treatment for stress reduction and lifestyle improvement in hypertensive patients

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Jung, S. S., Park, S. A., Oh, Y. A., & Son, K. C. (2017). Horticultural Therapy Program Based on Health Care Education for Stress Reduction of Hypertensive Patients. Journal of Korea Society for Plants People and Environment, 20(2), 125–134.

 

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