OUTLINE
Objective
Introduction
Specific Roles and Benefits of Natural Plants in Psychiatric Beautification
Important Considerations in Psychiatric Hospital Settings/Environmental Design Principles
Recommendations for Implementation
Conclusion
References
INTRODUCTION
Natural plants play a crucial role in environmental beautification within psychiatric hospital settings by transforming sterile, institutional environments into therapeutic, calming landscapes that promote patient mental well-being/recovery, reduce stress and enhance the well-being of staff and visitors. Through the concept of biophilic designโthese natural elements leverage an innate human desire to connect with nature to provide both aesthetic and psychological benefitsโplants act as “positive distractions” that reduce stress, anxiety, and patient aggression.