April 2015 PMID 25928639

Interaction with indoor plants may reduce psychological and physiological stress by suppressing autonomic nervous system activity in young adults: a randomized crossover study.

Min-Sun Lee, Juyoung Lee, Bum-Jin Park, Yoshifumi Miyazaki

Mentions

246
Peak: 3 in Apr 2020
across 6 sources since Mar 2019

Extended reach

90,329
potential audience

Total likes

46

Video views

1,778

Mentions per month

Mar 2019 – Sep 2025

Where it's discussed

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

Most discussions agree with the article, using words like 'proven,' 'supports,' and 'scientific studies' to reinforce the message, while examples include references to studies on relaxation and mental health benefits, as well as encouragement to grow plants for stress relief. The tone and use of phrases like 'nature really does nurture' and 'invest in your health' demonstrate enthusiasm and perceived significance, contributing to the overall impression of high agreement and impact.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions actively endorse the article, emphasizing the stress-reducing benefits of indoor plants and supporting the study's findings.

InterestHigh interest

Posts show a high level of curiosity and enthusiasm, highlighting personal experiences and encouraging others to incorporate plants into their routines.

EngagementModerate engagement

Many comments reference scientific studies, share practical tips, and relate findings to current trends, indicating a moderate to high level of deep engagement.

ImpactHigh impact

The conversations suggest that the article influences health and wellness practices, with some posts advocating for using plants as a therapeutic intervention.

Abstract in brief

  • Interaction with indoor plants can help reduce stress by calming the nervous system and lowering blood pressure, especially compared to mental tasks like working on a computer.
  • The study found that young men felt more comfortable, soothed, and natural after transplanting indoor plants, and their physiological stress indicators (like heart activity and blood pressure) improved.
  • Overall, actively engaging with indoor plants may be an effective way to combat stress and promote relaxation in modern, technology-driven environments.]

Top posts

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UH Student Health Center
@UHStudentHealth · X

❤️it! Did you know studies have shown that interaction with indoor plants may reduce psychological and physiological stress – in fact they can have a soothing effect. Studies have also shown that being around plants may also help with concentration and memory. #UHDSAES https://t.co/dqQ0Tnc0j5

Apr 30, 2020 · 3 likes · 1 share · 328 followers View post →
tune
@keisuke4713 · X

室内植物と触れ合い 若年成人 自律神経活動⬇️→心理,生理stress⬇️ https://t.co/XqhUm5N3Sd 観葉植物 植え替え:心拍数,血圧⬇️

Jun 7, 2025 · 2 likes · 3,742 followers View post →
Harini Calamur
@calamur · X

wow - thank you @SmitaJainIISc for this. ... Interaction with indoor plants may reduce psychological and physiological stress by suppressing autonomic nervous system activity in young adults: a randomized crossover study https://t.co/pw1Q4IFxn6

Feb 24, 2021 · 1 like · 63,092 followers View post →
plants@work
@plants_atwork · X

Interaction with indoor plants may reduce psychological and physiological stress by suppressing autonomic nervous system activity in young adults: a randomized crossover study #plantsatworkweek https://t.co/3VIklysN67 https://t.co/hTK48txBOs

Jul 21, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 4,684 followers View post →
Exotic Flowers
@Boston_Florist · X

Interaction with indoor plants may reduce psychological and physiological stress by suppressing autonomic nervous system activity in young adults: a randomized crossover study - PMC https://t.co/Vz9yP0pIp1

Jul 8, 2022 · 1 like · 1,014 followers View post →
archivpolitique
@archivpolitique · X

@nyctherapist

Apr 2, 2022 · 1 like · 635 followers View post →

All mentions

tune
@keisuke4713 · X

室内植物と触れ合い 若年成人 自律神経活動⬇️→心理,生理stress⬇️ https://t.co/XqhUm5N3Sd 観葉植物 植え替え:心拍数,血圧⬇️

Jun 7, 2025 · 2 likes · 3,742 followers View post →
plants@work
@plantsatwork.bsky.social · Bluesky

Interaction with indoor plants may reduce psychological & physiological stress by calming the autonomic nervous system, according to a randomized crossover study. Nature really does nurture!

Apr 25, 2025 · 1 like View post →
The Mental Health and Climate Change Alliance
@MHCCAlliance · X

Climate Tip: embrace the power of #plants! Plants not only beautifies your space but also improve air quality by absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen. Plus, caring for plants is a therapeutic way to connect with nature and reduce stress. https://t.co/4moEhaxZcD

May 13, 2024 · 1 like · 1 share · 534 followers View post →
Urban Stems 254
@Urbanstems254 · X

A 2015 study, published by the National Library of Medicine, showed that we spend 85% of our time indoors(home, work). The study's conclusion; "Interaction with indoor plants may reduce psychological and physiological stress." Indoor plants do more for you than your do for them.. https://t.co/CMtbxc18RA

Apr 15, 2023 View post →
April Blais
@AprilBUML_PH · X

“Interaction with indoor plants may reduce psychological and physiological stress by suppressing autonomic nervous system activity in young adults” (https://t.co/ENT9XiBBnr). Invest in your health with a plant :)

Sep 6, 2022 · 1 like · 2 followers View post →
Exotic Flowers
@Boston_Florist · X

Interaction with indoor plants may reduce psychological and physiological stress by suppressing autonomic nervous system activity in young adults: a randomized crossover study - PMC https://t.co/Vz9yP0pIp1

Jul 8, 2022 · 1 like · 1,014 followers View post →
hunter klapperich
@originator39 · X

Interaction with indoor plants may reduce psychological and physiological stress by suppressing autonomic nervous system activity in young adults: a randomized crossover study https://t.co/fuKhg6M1Kv

Apr 18, 2022 · 1,955 followers View post →
archivpolitique
@archivpolitique · X

@nyctherapist

Apr 2, 2022 · 1 like · 635 followers View post →
Gatsby Plant Science Education Programme
@GatsbyPlantScEd · X

A study in the Journal of Physiological Anthropology showed active interactions with houseplants, working with soil, pruning, touching, & smelling plants have the same relaxing & stress-reducing effects as spending time in a forest.

Feb 24, 2022 · 2,796 followers View post →
Christina Drugatz
@DrugatzC · X

https://t.co/Kc2lyr5R1q Interaction with indoor plants may reduce psychological and physiological stress. This might be why the houseplant trend has exploded during the pandemic

Feb 5, 2022 · 2 followers View post →
Harini Calamur
@calamur · X

wow - thank you @SmitaJainIISc for this. ... Interaction with indoor plants may reduce psychological and physiological stress by suppressing autonomic nervous system activity in young adults: a randomized crossover study https://t.co/pw1Q4IFxn6

Feb 24, 2021 · 1 like · 63,092 followers View post →
Ruhi Snyder| systems deconstructionist| Advocate
@RuhiSleep · X

Interaction with indoor plants may reduce psychological and physiological stress by suppressing autonomic nervous system activity in young adults: a randomized crossover study #neuroscience #mentalhealth #indoorplants #anxiety #CognitiveHealth #Youth https://t.co/107Gk7CdwJ https://t.co/aRbgyf00Is

Jan 16, 2021 · 1,002 followers View post →
Shepharddennis
@Shepharddennis1 · X

Who knows where or how I can get a root, seed or branch of cannabis to plant indoor? Just learnt that interaction with indoor plants may reduce psychological and physiological stress, Nigeria is stressing me fa!

Oct 31, 2020 · 1 like · 25 followers View post →
AgroSciGreenwalls
@AGGreenwalls · X

RT @plants_atwork: Interaction with indoor plants may reduce psychological and physiological stress by suppressing autonomic nervous system…

Jul 21, 2020 · 1 share · 607 followers View post →
plants@work
@plants_atwork · X

Interaction with indoor plants may reduce psychological and physiological stress by suppressing autonomic nervous system activity in young adults: a randomized crossover study #plantsatworkweek https://t.co/3VIklysN67 https://t.co/hTK48txBOs

Jul 21, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 4,684 followers View post →
Wendy LaFleur
@mjj1434 · X

RT @MaleSurvivorUK: This #WaterAFlowerDay, why not encourage service users to take care of a plant? Studies have shown that interaction wit…

May 30, 2020 · 1 share · 822 followers View post →
Male Survivors Partnership
@MaleSurvivorUK · X

This #WaterAFlowerDay, why not encourage service users to take care of a plant? Studies have shown that interaction with indoor plants may reduce psychological and physiological stress. https://t.co/6CRr9l5VoI

May 30, 2020 · 1 share · 2,965 followers View post →
UH Campus Recreation
@uhrecreation · X

RT @UHStudentHealth: ❤️it! Did you know studies have shown that interaction with indoor plants may reduce psychological and physiological s…

Apr 30, 2020 · 1 share · 3,382 followers View post →
UH Student Health Center
@UHStudentHealth · X

❤️it! Did you know studies have shown that interaction with indoor plants may reduce psychological and physiological stress – in fact they can have a soothing effect. Studies have also shown that being around plants may also help with concentration and memory. #UHDSAES https://t.co/dqQ0Tnc0j5

Apr 30, 2020 · 3 likes · 1 share · 328 followers View post →
Metro Counselling
@metrotherapy11 · X

Interaction with indoor plants may reduce psychological and physiological stress by suppressing autonomic nervous system activity in young adults: a randomized crossover study. https://t.co/esZwpUOhVz #mentalhealth #counselling #healing #support #depression #stress https://t.co/Wpa0JAvUtM

Mar 30, 2020 · 1 like · 28 followers View post →
Ritesh Shrivastav
@codingdash · X

Interaction with indoor plants may reduce psychological and physiological stress by suppressing autonomic nervous system activity in young adults: a randomized crossover study https://t.co/sOAFytxtck

Feb 16, 2020 · 541 followers View post →
Closer2Nature
@closer2natureuk · X

Did you know

Feb 5, 2020 · 1 like · 153 followers View post →
Joyce Shiffrin
@ShiffrinJoyce · X

Interaction with indoor plants may reduce psychological and physiological stress by suppressing autonomic nervous system activity in young adults: a randomized crossover study https://t.co/DID9x2WhNO

Mar 23, 2019 · 229 followers View post →