Evaluation of a Passive Nature Viewing Program Set to Music

Area of Science:

• Complementary and alternative medicine
• Holistic nursing
• Stress management

Background:

• Passive nature viewing offers health benefits, but optimal delivery methods are unclear.
• This study addresses the need for evidence-based complementary modalities in community health.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the impact of a passive nature viewing program set to music on stress reduction in community-dwelling adults.
• To explore factors influencing the effectiveness and adherence to passive nature viewing interventions.

Main Methods:

• A pre- and postsurvey design with weekly stress and relaxation level recordings.
• Participants engaged in 5-minute daily nature scene viewings for one month.
• Qualitative analysis identified key themes impacting program use: technology, personal preferences, time, immersion, and overall program engagement.

Main Results:

• While quantitative analysis was limited by sample size, qualitative findings revealed crucial factors for program success.
• Key themes influencing program use included technology accessibility, personal preferences, time commitment, immersion levels, and user engagement.

Conclusions:

• Holistic nurses should consider patient preferences and immersion strategies when designing passive nature viewing programs.
• Integrating these elements may reduce attrition and enhance the success of nature-based stress reduction interventions.