A REVIEW OF RESEARCH ON THE IMPACT OF GREENERY ON MENTAL HEALTH IN HIGHER EDUCATION ENVIRONMENTS

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  • Do Cong Ba Tan Trao University, Vietnam

Abstract

This paper examines the impact of greenery on mental health in higher education environments, aiming to synthesize the findings of domestic and international studies on the role of greenery, evaluate the research methods applied, and propose directions for future research. The study employs a literature review approach, collecting data from reputable scientific databases, selecting, and analyzing studies related to the effects of greenery on mental health, particularly inhigher educationsettings. The findings indicate that greenery positively contributes to reducing stress and anxiety while enhancing concentration and academic performance. Both international and domestic studies affirm that greenery improves learning environments, reduces stress levels, and enhances students’ academic quality. The study concludes that developing green spaces in university campuses not only supports mental health but also contributes to improving the quality of the learning environment, creating favorable conditions for students and lecturers to work more effectively.

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Published

2025-04-15

How to Cite

Đỗ Công, B. (2025). A REVIEW OF RESEARCH ON THE IMPACT OF GREENERY ON MENTAL HEALTH IN HIGHER EDUCATION ENVIRONMENTS. SCIENTIFIC JOURNAL OF TAN TRAO UNIVERSITY, 10(6). Retrieved from https://tckh.daihoctantrao.edu.vn/index.php/sjttu/article/view/1276

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Humanities and Social Sciences