Category: Research Digest
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Research Digest: Research Digest: From Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing) to Forest Therapy
The concept of Shinrin-Yoku, or “forest bathing,” originated in Japan and has evolved into a comprehensive health practice known as forest therapy. This transition reflects a growing recognition of the therapeutic benefits of spending time in forests, both for mental and physical well-being.
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Research Digest: Medical Empirical Research on Forest Bathing (Shinrin-yoku)
The systematic review by Wen et al. (2019) investigates the health benefits of forest bathing (Shinrin-yoku) and evaluates the methodological quality of the studies involved. Forest bathing, a practice originated in Japan, involves immersing oneself in a forest environment using all five senses to promote physical and psychological health. This review aims to provide scientific…
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Environmental Self-Regulation in Favourite Places and Shinrin Yoku
The forest, with its ancient wisdom offers a unique therapeutic sanctuary that stands apart from the conventional settings associated with healing and wellness. In recent years, the practice of Shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing, has emerged as a way to the healing potential of nature, underscored by a growing body of scientific research. This practice, rooted…
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The Influence of Natural Urban Environments on Creative Thinking and Attention Restoration and relation to Shinrin Yoku
The studies highlighted in the research digest above suggest that perceived naturalness in urban environments could influence both attention restoration and creative performance, potentially providing further scientific support for practices like Shinrin-Yoku.