The Well-Gardened Mind
The Restorative Power of Nature
Sue Stuart-Smith
The book explores the therapeutic effects of gardening and engaging with nature on mental health, drawing on neuroscience, psychoanalysis, and compelling stories of people's interactions with the natural world. It delves into how the rhythmic and nurturing aspects of gardening can offer a sense of stability and continuity, aiding in the recovery from stress, trauma, and depression.
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