Forest Bathing Programs in Families Receiving Early Intervention

The research plans to recruit 16 families, each consisting of one child aged 5 to 6 who is receiving early intervention services and both of their parents. The program incorporates the six core elements of Forest Therapy-plants, water, diet, psychology, climate, and exercise therapy-while integrating multi-sensory experiences and group interaction. Outcome evaluations will include physiological and psychological assessments, questionnaires, and interviews with both children and parents to examine pre- and post-intervention differences and gather feedback on the program.

Inclusion criteria

• child is currently between 5 years 0 months and 6 years 11 months of age and is receiving early intervention services.
• child's language abilities (including communication and comprehension) and motor skills are at or above the developmental level of a typical three-year-old.
• Family members (including two caregivers and the child receiving early intervention) are willing to fully participate in the two-day, one-night Forest Therapy program, including pre-test, post-test, and follow-up assessments.

Exclusion criteria

• child has significant physical or motor impairments that affect mobility.
• child is unable to understand instructions, which may hinder participation in activities.
• Family members have allergies to the forest environment or other health risks that may be triggered by participation.