Dynamics of Horticulture Therapy
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Observations by professionals can be utilized effectively to analyze the current understanding of the mechanisms by which horticultural activities bring about beneficial change. For purpose of discussion, these mechanisms can be divided into three categories: (a) Interaction, which is concerned with how people interact within the horticultural setting, (b) Action, which is concerned with persons actively working with plants, and (c) Reaction, which is concerned with peoples' response to passive involvement with plants.
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