Experiences of Forest Healing Instructors Who Met Cancer Patients in Forest Healing Programs: FGI Research.

Eun Young Park Min Kyung Song Mi-Young An

Published in: International journal of environmental research and public health (2023)

Forest healing instructors had difficulty facilitating programs for cancer patients owing to prejudice and a lack of knowledge about the characteristics of cancer patients. Moreover, differentiated programs and places that align with the specific needs of cancer patients are needed. It is necessary to develop an integrated care forest healing program for cancer patients and educate forest healing instructors about the needs of cancer patients.

Keyphrases

climate change
healthcare
public health
quality improvement
mental health