Plants linked to lower levels of violence and self-harm in prisons

Researchers say England and Wales study shows demonstrable benefits for prisoners in all categoriesGreen space has been shown toboost learning,improve recovery from hospital operations andlower the risk of mental disorders. Now the power of plants has been linked to lower levels of violence and self-harm in prisons.Researchers mapped the percentage of green space– trees, lawns and shrubbery – within prisons in England and Wales and compared it with incidents of self-harm, prisoner assaults on staff and violence between prisoners.Continue reading...
Source: Guardian Unlimited Science - Category: Science Authors: Tags: Prisons and probation Plants Trees and forests UK news Science Environment Source Type: news