Gardening as an Occupation: A Critical Review

York, Michelle M.; Wiseman, Tania

doi:10.4276/030802212x13286281651072

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“…They concluded that gardening provided physical exercise, relaxation, restoration and helped to promote their abilities. These findings are reflected in the recent review by York and Wiseman (2012) and by the results in this study. The desirability of physical exercise and leisure for HD clients is mentioned in studies by Quinn et al (2010) and McCabe, Roberts, and Firth (2008) but gardening is not mentioned as a possible activity in either paper.…”

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Is gardening a stimulating activity for people with advanced Huntington's disease?

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This study evaluated adapted gardening as an activity for people with advanced Huntington's disease (HD) and explored its therapeutic aspects. Visitors and staff completed a questionnaire and participated in structured interviews to capture further information, whereas a pictorial questionnaire was designed for residents with communication difficulties. Staff reported that gardening was a constructive, outdoor activity that promoted social interaction, physical activity including functional movement and posed cognitive challenges. Half the staff thought the activity was problem free and a third used the garden for therapy. Visitors used the garden to meet with residents socially. Despite their disabilities, HD clients enjoyed growing flourishing flowers and vegetables, labelling plants, being outside in the sun and the quiet of the garden. The garden is valued by all three groups. The study demonstrates the adapted method of gardening is a stimulating and enjoyable activity for people with advanced HD.

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“…Gardening's positive impact on mental health is often attributed to an affiliation between humans and nature (Fieldhouse 2003, Sempik et al 2003, Nordh et al 2009, York and Wiseman 2012. This attraction is seen either as having an innate biological evolutionary basis, or as a result of the 'restorative environment': the way in which nature triggers emotional responses that impact on physiological and psychological states (Kaplan and Kaplan 1990).…”

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The Meaning of Participation in an Allotment Project for Fathers of Preschool Children

Mason

Conneeley

2012

British Journal of Occupational Therapy

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Introduction: Allotments are a popular setting for a range of therapeutic horticultural groups and are regarded as an effective way of encouraging social inclusion, although the mechanisms for this are poorly understood. Method: This study employed a qualitative methodology to explore the subjective meaning of an allotment group to its participants: the fathers of young children, living in a socially deprived area of the United Kingdom. Data were collected via a focus group with six participants. Findings: Allotment gardening was perceived as a masculine parenting activity and enabled fathers to develop stronger relationships with their children. They formed social bonds with other fathers and overcame the stigma and stereotypes of their background. Discussion: Allotment groups have the potential for improving social wellbeing through shared occupation and shared meaning. They are a useful resource for occupational therapists working with socially excluded or stigmatised clients. The importance of co-occupation in the attribution of meaning to occupations was also identified.

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“…Horticulture has been widely used to improve health and wellbeing (York and Wiseman 2012) for individuals with cancer (Unruh 2004) and in clinical depression (Gonzalez et al 2011). Horticultural activities can also facilitate the development of social networks and friendships (Manson and Conneeley 2012).…”

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“…Horticultural activities can also facilitate the development of social networks and friendships (Manson and Conneeley 2012). More detailed discussion concerning the links between horticulture and wellbeing are available in York and Wiseman (2012).…”

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The Value of an Allotment Group for Refugees

Bishop

Purcell

2013

British Journal of Occupational Therapy

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Introduction: Refugees experience a number of difficulties when settling in the United Kingdom and may be faced with occupational injustice due to their restricted occupational engagement. This study explores the value of an allotment group for refugees of working age, aiming to explore the role of horticulture and the social environment on health, wellbeing and social inclusion. Method: This was an exploratory study using qualitative methodology based on ethnographic principles. Data collection included observation of the group, semi-structured interviews with five participants, with four of these participants also taking part in photo-elicitation interviews. Data analysis involved using a ‘framework’ approach to produce three themes and associated sub-themes. Findings: Analysis identified firstly gardening as a meaningful activity; secondly, the importance of the social environment and, lastly, the value of occupational engagement for refugees. Further theoretical analysis led to the conclusion that these themes linked to the dimensions of occupation: doing, being, belonging and becoming. Conclusion: The findings identify how occupational engagement can have a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of refugees, specifically with the use of social and therapeutic horticulture.

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Gardening as an Occupation: A Critical Review

Abstract: Literature review Historically, recorded therapeutic benefits of gardening span back to the 1800s, with the belief that working in agricultural fields enhanced life for people

Cited by 46 publications

References 16 publications

Is gardening a stimulating activity for people with advanced Huntington's disease?

Is gardening a stimulating activity for people with advanced Huntington's disease?

The Meaning of Participation in an Allotment Project for Fathers of Preschool Children

The Value of an Allotment Group for Refugees

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