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“Japanese gardens can be very small and installed indoors,” says Seiko Goto. “They can be put in anywhere at low cost. If they reduce stress, this could mean lower healthcare costs, less medicine, and fewer calls to the nurse. This could have huge implications.” In a preliminary trial, after brief periods of sitting in a Japanese garden, Alzheimer’s patients experienced reduced stress and enhanced well-being. (Above: City of Saint Paul, MN)
RUTGERS (US)—Japanese gardens appear to offer tangible relief to late-stage Alzheimer’s patients and other vulnerable populations, new research shows. Continue…
