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The task of HT between the natural environment and human´s needs - graphic below
What does Horticultural Therapy mean?
What is the meaning of the natural environment for human well-being, self-esteem, social inclusion, spiritual needs and health?
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Definitions of Horticultural Therapy may be different, depending on organisations and countries.
Definitions from Germany, England and the US:
Horticultural Therapy -
Is an activating therapy for suffering and challenged people. Professionals with a horticultural and/or a therapeutic
background help to overcome difficulties and problems, to clarify ideas and objectives by gardening and make a self reliant
living possible.
Horticultural Therapy -
(American Horticultural Therapy Association
Advancing the practice of horticulture as therapy for human well-being)
Horticultural therapy (HT) is the engagement of a person in gardening-related activities, facilitated by a trained therapist,
to achieve specific treatment goals.
HT is an effective and beneficial treatment for people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.
Horticultural Therapy -
(Social and therapeutic horticulture, Thrive, England)
Social and therapeutic horticulture is the process by which individuals may develop well-being using plants and horticulture.
This is achieved by active or passive involvement.
The meaning of the natural environment
What is the task of HT between the natural environment and human´s needs?
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