Living lab modelling as a pilot study assessing the potential psychological health benefits of forest environment for cancer survivors.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To evaluate the physiological and psychological changes in cancer survivors who engage in repeated forest therapy in a living environment.

Methods

This study included stay-based forest therapy for female cancer survivors aged ≥40 years. The program was conducted in two cycles, each spanning 3 weeks and consisting of a 2-night, 3-day stay, followed by daily life integration. The cycles were repeated from July 2, 2022, to August 18, 2022. Participant assessment included standard physical health parameters and a questionnaire on general characteristics, lifestyle habits, stress levels, and health status.

Results

Thirty-seven female cancer survivors participated in the forest healing program, 56.8% of whom had a history of breast cancer. The median body mass ind

SUBMITTER: Kim MK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11266852 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature