August 2023 PMID 36864583

The effects of forest bathing on psychological well-being: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Chiew Jiat Rosalind Siah, Yong Shian Goh, Jungup Lee, Sum Nok Poon, Jenna Qing Yun Ow Yong, Wai-San Wilson Tam

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40
Peak: 8 in Dec 2025
across 6 sources since Apr 2023

Extended reach

521,710
potential audience

Total likes

231

Video views

6,213

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Apr 2023 – Dec 2025

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What people are saying

Multiple posts emphasize the mental health benefits identified in the systematic review, such as reducing depression and anxiety, with phrases like 'good news' and 'evidence suggests,' indicating strong support and curiosity. The tone varies from enthusiastic to informative, reflecting both respect for the research and interest in its potential applications.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the positive findings of the study, emphasizing its benefits for mental health.

InterestHigh interest

Posts show high interest, highlighting the significance and practical applications of forest bathing.

EngagementModerate engagement

Some discussions reference the research methods and implications, indicating moderate engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest the article influences perspectives on natural therapies, but without widespread calls to action.

Abstract in brief

  • This systematic review and meta-analysis investigated how forest bathing (immersion in forest and green spaces) impacts psychological and physiological wellbeing, especially given urban stressors that negatively affect mental health.
  • The study analyzed 36 articles with over 3,500 participants, finding that forest bathing significantly helps reduce depression and anxiety symptoms, though it showed limited effects on physiological measures like blood pressure and heart rate.
  • The findings support the idea that natural environments can offer mental health benefits, emphasizing the importance of conserving forests as a therapeutic resource amidst urbanization's negative effects on wellbeing.

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IJMHN
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Good news! Evidence suggests forest bathing can significantly reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. https://t.co/62WuhnSOWM The effects of forest bathing on psychological well‐being: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

Jan 14, 2024 · 9 likes · 2 shares · 2,960 followers View post →
Society for Integrative Oncology
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Meet Nora, #forestbathing cat of @LyndaBalneaves, PhD, RN, Past SIO President, 2023 SIO Conference Co-chair, and one of the Co-chairs of our #Nursing Special Interest Group. https://t.co/Ua1NzRHQ3h #SIOPets #integrativeonc #oncologynursing https://t.co/t6ypkYeU2C

Apr 10, 2023 · 7 likes · 2 shares · 3,283 followers View post →
Dr. Rick Barnett, PsyD
@drrickbarnett · X

Recent meta-analysis on forest bathing. https://t.co/3yNlNGztDV. “Our meta-analysis suggested that forest bathing can significantly reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. However, we did not observe as many benefits in physiological outcomes. Against the background of the

May 21, 2023 · 5 likes · 17,657 followers View post →
Public Health Lit
@PublicHealthLit · X

The effects of forest bathing on psychological well-being: A systematic review and meta-analysis https://t.co/Tw29Ig2MJ4

Jun 15, 2023 · 1 like · 3,968 followers View post →
Mel Mann, MBA, M.Ed
@MelDMann · X

RT @Integrativeonc: Meet Nora, #forestbathing cat of @LyndaBalneaves, PhD, RN, Past SIO President, 2023 SIO Conference Co-chair, and one of…

Apr 10, 2023 · 2 shares · 481,381 followers View post →
Ned Johnson
@NedJohnson · X

Science-backed. Nature approved. https://t.co/wpCehedl4e https://t.co/34BNOHEOVG

Aug 23, 2025 · 2,141 followers View post →

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Ned Johnson
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Science-backed. Nature approved. https://t.co/wpCehedl4e https://t.co/34BNOHEOVG

Aug 23, 2025 · 2,141 followers View post →
@MHANPI (Mental Health/ID ANP Ireland)
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RT @IJMHN: Good news! Evidence suggests forest bathing can significantly reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. https://t.co/62WuhnSOW…

Jan 16, 2024 · 2 shares · 573 followers View post →
Kim Foster
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RT @IJMHN: Good news! Evidence suggests forest bathing can significantly reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. https://t.co/62WuhnSOW…

Jan 14, 2024 · 2 shares · 1,356 followers View post →
IJMHN
@IJMHN · X

Good news! Evidence suggests forest bathing can significantly reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. https://t.co/62WuhnSOWM The effects of forest bathing on psychological well‐being: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

Jan 14, 2024 · 9 likes · 2 shares · 2,960 followers View post →
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Nov 30, 2023 · 495 followers View post →
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RT @PublicHealthLit: The effects of forest bathing on psychological well-being: A systematic review and meta-analysis https://t.co/Tw29Ig2M…

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Public Health Lit
@PublicHealthLit · X

The effects of forest bathing on psychological well-being: A systematic review and meta-analysis https://t.co/Tw29Ig2MJ4

Jun 15, 2023 · 1 like · 3,968 followers View post →
Dr. Rick Barnett, PsyD
@drrickbarnett · X

Recent meta-analysis on forest bathing. https://t.co/3yNlNGztDV. “Our meta-analysis suggested that forest bathing can significantly reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. However, we did not observe as many benefits in physiological outcomes. Against the background of the

May 21, 2023 · 5 likes · 17,657 followers View post →
L-A
@LAKosziwka · X

"The effects of forest bathing on psychological well-being: A systematic review and meta-analysis". You can access this high-quality research article for free here: https://t.co/RCLyBmMK6x

May 5, 2023 · 371 followers View post →
Mel Mann, MBA, M.Ed
@MelDMann · X

RT @Integrativeonc: Meet Nora, #forestbathing cat of @LyndaBalneaves, PhD, RN, Past SIO President, 2023 SIO Conference Co-chair, and one of…

Apr 10, 2023 · 2 shares · 481,381 followers View post →
Society for Integrative Oncology
@Integrativeonc · X

Meet Nora, #forestbathing cat of @LyndaBalneaves, PhD, RN, Past SIO President, 2023 SIO Conference Co-chair, and one of the Co-chairs of our #Nursing Special Interest Group. https://t.co/Ua1NzRHQ3h #SIOPets #integrativeonc #oncologynursing https://t.co/t6ypkYeU2C

Apr 10, 2023 · 7 likes · 2 shares · 3,283 followers View post →
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