Horticulture and Its Effectiveness as an Intervention with Persons with Mental Illness

Presentation Type

Oral and/or Visual Presentation

Presenter Major(s)

Therapeutic Recreation

Mentor Information

Teresa Beck

Department

Therapeutic Recreation

Location

Kirkhof Center 2263

Start Date

10-4-2013 12:00 AM

End Date

10-4-2013 12:00 AM

Keywords

Environment, Health

Abstract

The use of horticulture as a therapeutic intervention provides a positive and nonthreatening environment for persons with mental illness. Using plants as a medium, persons are encouraged to understand and deal with their emotions and feelings. The purpose of this research is to analyze the benefits of horticulture as an intervention for adults with mental illness. Findings will compare different types of horticulture therapy interventions with mental disorders.

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Horticulture and Its Effectiveness as an Intervention with Persons with Mental Illness

Kirkhof Center 2263

The use of horticulture as a therapeutic intervention provides a positive and nonthreatening environment for persons with mental illness. Using plants as a medium, persons are encouraged to understand and deal with their emotions and feelings. The purpose of this research is to analyze the benefits of horticulture as an intervention for adults with mental illness. Findings will compare different types of horticulture therapy interventions with mental disorders.