ReviewEnvironmental health and preventive medicine2024
Harnessing the healing power of nature: a review of natural interventions in substance abuse treatment and prevention.
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5 citing papers in PubMed.
- Therapeutic prospects of bright light therapy in addictive disorders: a scoping review.Journal of neural transmission (Vienna, Austria : 1996) · 2026Article
- Influence of residential greenness and season on discontinuation of medication treatment for opioid use disorder across rural to urban community types.Addictive behaviors reports · 2026Article
- Exploring the Efficacy of Spiritually Integrated Psychological Sessions in Managing Internet Addiction and Other Comorbid Symptoms.Annals of neurosciences · 2026Article
- Nature prescription for patients with chronic respiratory diseases.The World Allergy Organization journal · 2026Review
- Chronic Pain and Substance Use Disorders: A Brief Narrative Review of Genetic, Neurobiological, and Environmental Contributions to Comorbidity.Journal of psychiatry and brain science · 2025Article
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Abstract
backgroundSubstance abuse is a global problem that cuts across all sectors of society and requires innovative solutions that go beyond conventional treatments. Contact with nature could be a complementary tool to address drug-related problems. This review aimed to assess the impact of natural environments on drug-related outcomes.
method8205 articles were screened between 2013 and 2023 from 6 databases, of which 21 met the inclusion criteria.
resultsMost studies (12) focused on treatment, followed by incidence/consumption (7), prevention (5) and mortality (1). The main drugs studied were drugs in general (12), followed by alcohol (6), tobacco (6), and other drugs, including cannabis and opioids (4). The results of 85% of the studies showed positive outcomes, supporting the effectiveness of nature-based interventions for drug dependence. While some studies produced neutral or negative results.
conclusionThe use of nature-based interventions for the prevention and treatment of drug addiction shows considerable potential. However, more research is needed to understand the underlying mechanisms and to improve evidence-based interventions. Integrating health and environmental policies is essential to promote a holistic approach to drug strategies at the national and international levels.
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