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Database research record2015·South Korea

Effects of Urban Agriculture Program on the Formation of Family Unity and Intimacy

Haeseon Chu, Eujean Jang, Chun‐Ho Pak

Journal of people, plants, and environment

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This research investigated the effects of an urban agriculture experience program on family unity, intimacy, and recognition of urban agriculture. The participated group showed a significant increase in family cohesion, unlike the control group, indicating agricultural experiences affected family cohesion. Participants also showed significantly increased recognition of urban agriculture and reported decreased stress, increased family unity, intimacy, and dialogue after the program.