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June 21, 2026Activities Adaptation & Aging

Benefits of Gardening Supported by Information Technology for Older Adults

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IVIstván VassányiBSBenedek SzakonyiDLDaniela Loi

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Randomized trial shows gardening improves quality of life in older adults, indicating positive mental health impacts.

Key Points

  • This study aims to evaluate the effects of social gardening supported by technology on older adults' mental and psychological well-being.
  • Conducted a pre- and post-test field trial with older adult volunteers (n=41)
  • Used standardized questionnaires to assess mental states and quality of life
  • Employed statistical analyses including t-tests and logistic regression for data evaluation.
  • Significant improvements in cognitive functions, perceived benefits of gardening, and WHO Quality of Life scores
  • Decreased fruit/vegetable consumption despite improvements in overall quality of life
  • Enhanced digital skills and formation of lasting social relationships among participants.

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Vassányi et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a37800c24f042ddf4c5a32chttps://doi.org/10.1080/01924788.2026.2689871
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