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Blue care: a systematic review of blue space interventions for health and wellbeing

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Making Waves? Blue Space Activities Show Promise, But More Rigorous Research Needed

This systematic review of blue space interventions (BSIs) found evidence suggesting potential benefits for mental health and psychosocial wellbeing, particularly in the short term. However, the studies were methodologically limited by small sample sizes, heterogeneous interventions, and short-term follow-up, making it difficult to draw definitive conclusions about the effectiveness of BSIs.

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Posibles conflictos de intereses

This study is part of the NEAR Health project, funded by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Health Service Executive. No other conflicts identified.

Limitaciones identificadas

Small sample sizes
Most studies had small sample sizes, impacting the generalizability of findings.
Heterogeneous interventions
The interventions were highly varied, making it difficult to draw overall conclusions.
Limited use of validated measures
Few studies employed validated measurement tools.
Short-term focus
The lack of long-term follow-up limits understanding of sustained effects.
Lack of environmental context
Limited description of the environmental settings makes it difficult to isolate the impact of blue space.

Explicación de la calificación

This review synthesizes a diverse body of literature on blue space interventions, highlighting promising findings for mental wellbeing. However, methodological limitations such as small sample sizes, varied interventions, and short-term follow-up prevent stronger conclusions. The lack of detailed environmental context and limited use of validated measures further restricts the generalizability of the results.

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Campo: Medicina

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Título original: Blue care: a systematic review of blue space interventions for health and wellbeing
Subido: 19 jul 2025, 14:14:56
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