Date of Award
2023
Document Type
Scholarly Project
Degree Name
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)
Department
Occupational Therapy
First Advisor
Nicole Harris
Abstract
The population of older adults has been rising exponentially in recent years (Duffin, 2022), leading to an influx in people moving into retirement or independent living communities. This transition may cause many changes in the new residents’ occupational participation and overall well-being. Research has shown specific areas of concern in socialization, nutrition, self-esteem, physical abilities, and continued participation in meaningful occupations (Holland et al., 2017; Knecht-Sabres et al., 2020; Smith, 2015; Sommerfeld et al., 2018; Swann, 2006; Swann, 2010). Gardening has been shown to positively impact these areas of health and well-being and ease some of the negative symptoms (Thompson, 2018). A program was developed that focused on the use of gardening activities in a group setting to improve areas of wellness and nutrition, with the purpose of increasing self-confidence and self-perception.
Recommended Citation
Anhorn, Josie, "DEVELOPMENT OF WELLNESS AND NUTRITION THROUGH THE USE OF GARDENING" (2023). Occupational Therapy Capstones. 542.
https://commons.und.edu/ot-grad/542