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Introduction to
Horticultural Therapy
American Horticultural Therapy Association
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Horticultural therapy is an
active process in which the
process itself is considered
the therapeutic activity rather
than the end product.
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Horticultural Therapy
= The engagement of a participant in horticultural- related activities.
= The participant has an identified disability, illness, or life circumstance.
= The activity is facilitated by a registered horticultural therapist.
= The participation is in the context of an established treatment, rehabilitation, or vocational plan.
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The Benefits of
Horticultural Therapy
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= Improve quality of life
= Increase self-esteem
= Improve mood
= Decrease anxiety
= Alleviate depression
= Reduce stress
= Increase self-confidence
Psychological Benefits
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Physical Benefits
= Improve fine motor skills
= Improve gross motor skills
= Decrease heart rate
= Promote physical health
= Improve strength
= Improve stamina
= Improve coordination
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Cognitive Benefits
= Learn new skills
= Re-learn old skills
= Increase memory
= Increase attention span
= Develop coping skills
= Improve attention to detail
= Structure and sequence
brain functions
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Social Benefits
= Improve social skills
= Share experiences
= Learn cooperative skills
= Practice communicating
= Learn social boundaries
= Develop relationships
= Practice sharing
resources
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Horticultural Therapy
Program Types
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Rehabilitation
Participants may be
recovering from:
Stroke
Traumatic brain injury
Surgery
Cardiac complications
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Long-term Care
Participants may have:
Alzheimer’s disease
Chronic illness
Physical disabilities
Cognitive disorders
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Mental Health
Participants may be
receiving services for:
Depression
Anxiety
Post traumatic stress
Substance use
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Corrections
Individuals are in
vocational training to:
Learn work behaviors
Increase social skills
Learn anger management
Develop coping skills
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Vocational
Participants may have:
Intellectual disabilities
Autism spectrum disorders
Physical disabilities
Neurocognitive disorders
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Community
Community programs
provide:
Vocational services
Therapeutic groups
Therapy programs
Intergenerational programs
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Examples of
Horticultural Therapy
( HT) Goals
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Goals: To practice eye-hand coordination, to increase strength,
and/or to facilitate increased confidence.
HT with adults recovering from stroke
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HT with children who have intellectual disabilities
Goals: To learn problem solving skills, how to follow directions,
and/or provide a sensory experience to increase self awareness.
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HT with older persons
Goals: To maintain physical function, increase socialization,
and/or to stimulate long-term memory.
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HT with youth who have behavioral problems
Goals: To learn job skills, increase self-esteem, learn impulse
control, and/or to develop anger management skills.
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HT with patients recovering from surgery
Goals: To reduce pain, increase healing, reduce stress, and/or
to provide opportunities for exercise.
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HT with patients who have mental illness
Goals: To learn coping skills, engage in productive work, to
socialize, and/or for personal development.
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Examples of
Horticultural Therapy
Settings
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The Greenhouse
Accessible aisles and benches
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The Garden
Accessible pathways and raised beds
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The Farm
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www.ahta.org
610 Freedom Business Center, Suite 110
King of Prussia, PA 19406
610-992-0020
The American Horticultural Therapy Association