Community gardening plays an important role in preventing cancer and mental health disorders

Get more exercise. Eat right. Make new friends. In the year As we compile our list of resolutions aimed at improving physical and mental health in 2023, a new CU Boulder study suggests that one addition may have a powerful effect: gardening. In the first, randomized, controlled trial of community gardening, funded by the American … Read more

Studies have shown that gardening can help reduce the risk of cancer and improve mental health

In the news – get more exercise. Eat right. Make new friends. In the year As we compile our list of resolutions aimed at improving physical and mental health in 2023, a new CU Boulder study suggests that one addition may have a powerful effect: gardening. In the first, randomized, controlled trial of community gardening, … Read more

Hannaford’s bouquets help the community garden grow

GLENS FALLS, News 10 – An urban garden in downtown Glen Falls offers a lifeline to residents in need of fresh produce. Run by a local mental health organization, the crops are getting growing help this year, a program run by a local grocery store chain. Get all the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment … Read more

Kindness Rock Garden commitment

The Farmington/Farmington Hills Commission for Children, Youth and Families has launched an interactive art installation to help foster kindness and mental health awareness. On Friday, October 7, a dedication ceremony was held for Kindness Rock Garden from the Spicer House at Heritage Park, 24915 Farmington Road, Farmington Hills. For the past several months, children, youth … Read more

Kindness Rock Garden commitment

The Farmington/Farmington Hills Commission for Children, Youth and Families has launched an interactive art installation to help foster kindness and mental health awareness. On Friday, October 7, a dedication ceremony was held for Kindness Rock Garden from the Spicer House at Heritage Park, 24915 Farmington Road, Farmington Hills. For the past several months, children, youth … Read more

As the days get shorter, are you at risk for seasonal depression?

SATURDAY, Oct. 8, 2022 (Healthday News) — As summer turns to fall, shorter days can leave some people feeling the “winter blues.” Now an expert offers information on how to deal with seasonal depression that comes during the cold and dark months of the year. Also known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD), the condition reflects … Read more

Richland focuses on mental health and wellness

DECATUR — Richland Community College is the first community college in Illinois to partner with JD Campus to provide mental health and emotional wellness support for students. “The JED Foundation provides us with a strategic plan to support and improve our initiatives around mental health and wellness,” said Isaac Zuniga, Ph.D., vice president of student … Read more

Plants and nature can improve your mental health

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Giger is not alone. Studies have shown that during the pandemic there was a huge increase in the purchase of indoor plants and that having plants around or getting green outdoors improved the mental health of individuals. A recent survey of 353 students conducted over two semesters in 2020 found that most students experienced “severe … Read more

Home and Garden: Designing Your Garden for Better Mental Health

(StatePoint) Gardening is not just about beautifying the outdoors and producing delicious food. According to those who spend a lot of time in the backyard, getting outside can support your well-being. “Gardening is good for the mind, good for the soul and good for the body,” says legendary football coach Vince Dooley. “I enjoy coming … Read more