Effect of nature-based health interventions for individuals diagnosed with anxiety, depression and/or experiencing stress-a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

The use of natural environments and nature activities as elements in the treatment and rehabilitation of mental health challenges is gaining international attention. The objective of the present review was to summarise the knowledge on the effects of nature-based health interventions (NBHIs) targeting individuals diagnosed with anxiety, depression and/or experiencing stress.

Design

Systematic review and meta-analyses. The quality and certainty of evidence were assessed using the SIGN and GRADE.

Data sources

Searches were performed in Embase, MEDLINE, PsycINFO, CINAHL, Cochrane and Web of Science.

Eligibility criteria

(1) NBHIs, (2) Individuals with a diagnosis of mild to moderate anxiety, depression and/or experiencing stress, (3) Age of participatin

SUBMITTER: Jessen NH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12306343 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature