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Analysis of Effect of Urban Agricultural Experience Activities to Alleviate Problem Behaviors of Adolescents

Nam-Sick Jung, Yong‐Hak Lee, Eun-Jee Kang, Yong-Geun Kim

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This study verified the effect of urban agricultural practice on factors of adolescent problem behavior. Quantitative research showed that urban agricultural practice improved self-worth by 16.7%, reduced depression by 28.1%, and improved sociality by 19.4%, with statistical significance confirmed in all lower measures. Qualitative research found overwhelmingly positive changes or maintenance in sentence completion tests and confirmed a positive change of mind in adolescent communication, cognitive and problem-solving abilities, and participation through observation of program participation behavior.