Gardening activities for stress relief and social connection
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether gardening activities can help university students reduce stress and improve social interaction. If you are a student who enjoys being outdoors and wants to try a relaxing, social activity, this trial might be a good fit.
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Who can take part
- You are an undergraduate student at Bingol University Vocational School of Health Services (VSHS)
- You are between 18 and 25 years old
- You are willing to participate in gardening sessions regularly (missing no more than 2 sessions)
- You do not have any physical disability or chronic illness that would prevent outdoor activity
- You do not have pollen or soil allergies
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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