The Benefits of Gardening

The surroundings in which we live affect us on four different levels:

HEALTH

SOCIAL

ECONOMIC

ENVIRONMENTAL

HEALTH

Greenery and natural surroundings are a proven, positive life enhancer. Patients exposed to view of nature require less medication, are less stressed and are happier in their outlook, leading to better health overall.

Experiencing nature can help improve children's behaviour and reduce symptoms of ADD.

Children play more creatively in a natural environment and parents are more likely to join in playing with children.

View of nature can relate to feelings of:

• Satisfaction
• Well being
• Coping
• Personal effectiveness
• Optimism