Effects of a Horticultural Therapy Program for Patients with Mental Illness
10.12934/jkpmhn.2022.31.2.219
- Author:
Hyang Hee KIM
1
;
Bong-Sil CHOI
;
Ji Eun SUNG
Author Information
1. Mental Health Nurse, Gwangju Buk-gu Mental Health Center, Gwangju, Korea
- Publication Type:Original Article
- From:Journal of Korean Academy of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing
2022;31(2):219-229
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
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Abstract:
Purpose:This study aimed to identify the effects of the Horticultural Therapy Program on interpersonal relations, self-efficacy, and stress awareness for patients with mental illness.
Methods:This was a non-equivalent control group pre and post-test design study. Participants were recruited from a closed ward of mental health hospitals located in the G city. 23 patients from two hospitals were in the experimental group and 20 patients from four hospitals were in the control group. A ninety-minute horticultural program was performed once a week for 8 weeks.
Results:Results revealed that the Horticultural Therapy Program was effective for self-efficacy (z=-3.06 p=.002) and stress awareness (z=2.92, p=.004) for patients with mental illnesses.
Conclusion:These results indicate that the Horticultural Therapy Program is effective for self-efficacy and stress awareness in patients with mental illnesses. Therefore, the Horticultural Therapy Program is recommended as an effective psychiatric nursing intervention for mental health promotion and rehabilitation.
