Green care in psychiatry
Sharon Cuthbert, Alan Kellas, Lisa Page
Abstract
Engagement with natural environments is associated with improved health and well-being in the general population. This has implications for mental healthcare. Implementation of targeted nature-based interventions (green care) meets recovery needs and would enable research to develop, clarifying what works best for whom.
Topics & Concepts
Psychological interventionMental healthMental health careHealth careNatural (archaeology)Mental healthcarePsychologyNursingPsychiatryMedicinePolitical scienceGeographyArchaeologyLawUrban Green Space and HealthHealth, psychology, and well-beingOutdoor and Experiential Education