Virtual forest bathing boosts Seniors' spirits

NCT ID NCT07443657

First seen Mar 08, 2026 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 13 times

Summary

This study tested whether watching nature scenes through a virtual reality headset can improve mood, reduce anxiety, and sharpen thinking in older adults who have trouble getting outdoors. Thirty adults aged 60 to 90 took part. The goal was to see if this simple, low-cost approach could bring some of the mental health benefits of real nature to people who are homebound or live in cities.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Universitat Internacional de Catalunya

    Barcelona, Spain

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