The Effect of Horticultural Therapy on Mental Health and Burnout Levels of Nursing Home Workers
Launched by ATATURK UNIVERSITY · Jul 1, 2024
Trial Information
Current as of June 26, 2025
Not yet recruiting
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ClinConnect Summary
This clinical trial is studying how "Horticultural Therapy," which involves gardening and working with plants, can help improve the mental health and reduce burnout among nursing home workers. As more people require care in nursing homes, it’s essential to support the caregivers, and this program aims to see if spending time in a garden can make them feel less stressed and anxious, ultimately helping them provide better care.
To participate in the trial, you need to be a nursing home employee aged 65 or older, willing to work and communicate with others, and score at least 8 points on a stress measurement tool. However, if you have joint problems or take certain medications for mental health issues, you won’t be eligible to join. If you do participate, you can expect to engage in gardening activities that might help improve your mood and overall well-being in a supportive environment.
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ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Working in a nursing home
- • Not being allergic to flowers and plants
- • Willingness to work
- • To be open to communication and cooperation,
- • Scoring 8 points or more on the stress sub-dimension of the DASS measurement tool
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Those with musculoskeletal disorders
- • Those who use antipsychotic drugs
About Ataturk University
Atatürk University, located in Erzurum, Turkey, is a prominent academic institution dedicated to advancing research and education across various disciplines. As a clinical trial sponsor, the university leverages its extensive resources and expertise to facilitate innovative medical research aimed at improving patient outcomes and contributing to the global body of health knowledge. Committed to ethical standards and rigorous scientific methodologies, Atatürk University collaborates with healthcare professionals, researchers, and regulatory bodies to ensure the integrity and efficacy of its clinical trials, ultimately enhancing the quality of care and driving advancements in medical science.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
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Trial launched
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Not reported