The Journey of Recovery and Empowerment Embraced by Nature — Clients’ Perspectives on Nature-Based Rehabilitation in Relation to the Role of the Natural Environment

The Journey of Recovery and Empowerment Embraced by Nature — Clients’ Perspectives on Nature-Based Rehabilitation in Relation to the Role of the Natural Environment

This paper presents findings from real life situations, a longitudinal single case study on the role of natural environments in nature-based rehabilitation (NBR) for individuals with stress-related mental disorders, at the Alnarp Rehabilitation Garden in Sweden. A sample of 43 former clients volunta...

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Main Authors: Anna María Pálsdóttir, Dennis Persson, Birgitta Persson, Patrik Grahn
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2014-07-01
Series:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
Subjects:
supportive environment
horticulture therapy
stress restoration
therapeutic landscape
evidence-based health design
social quietness
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/11/7/7094

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