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Title: Gardening as a Psychosocial Well-Being Activity for Adults: Integrating EcoWellness and Developmental Theory.
Authors: Belser, Christopher T., Tavormina, Helene, O'Hanlon, Ann
Source: Adultspan Journal. Spring2026, Vol. 25 Issue 1, p1-1220. 12p.
Subjects: Gardening, Psychological well-being, Developmental psychology, Mental health, Life course approach, Counseling, Adults
Abstract: Prior research has demonstrated myriad physical, mental, emotional, and social benefits that gardening can offer individuals. Although the counseling literature has begun to address the nature-wellness connection via EcoWellness theory (Reese & Myers, 2012), little attention has been paid to the benefits of gardening as a psychosocial well-being activity for adult populations. In this manuscript, authors offer a conceptual framework built on EcoWellness theory; psychosocial development theory; life-span, life-space career theory; and selection, optimization, and compensation (SOC) theory. The framework contextualizes gardening as a beneficial activity for young adults, middle adults, and older adults. Authors present specific aims and ideas for each of these three lifespan stages and provide suggestions for counselors to integrate them into clinical practice. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Copyright of Adultspan Journal is the property of Association for Adult Development & Aging (AADA) and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites without the copyright holder's express written permission. Additionally, content may not be used with any artificial intelligence tools or machine learning technologies. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)
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