Description
What is Flower Psychology?
- The Psychology of Flower, also known as Floratology or Flower therapy, is the study of how flowers affect human emotions, behavior, and mental well-being.
- It delves into the psychological effects of flowers on individuals and communities, exploring the ways in which floral arrangements, colors, and fragrances can elicit specific emotional responses and promote positive feelings.
- The Psychology of Flower recognises the profound connection between humans and nature, highlighting the therapeutic benefits of surrounding ourselves with floral beauty.
Feel the Calmness in blue and purple flowers!
- Cool flower colours promote relaxation and reduce stress
- In Psychology Research, viewing blue and purple flowers resulted in a significant increase in alpha relative waves in the prefrontal and occipital lobes, and a significant increase in parasympathetic nervous activity.
- A significant increase in the sensation vote for ‘comfort', ‘relaxation' and ‘cheerfulness', as well as a dramatic improvement in the mood state was observed.
- The results show clear evidence for the support of the use of blue and purple flowering plants in places where comfort and calmness are required.
Reference
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