The purpose of this study is to classify the forest therapy instructor's subjective structure on forest therapy, and to explain the characteristics of each type as a subjective structure on forest therapy. It is necessary to grasp the diversity of awa...
The purpose of this study is to classify the forest therapy instructor's subjective structure on forest therapy, and to explain the characteristics of each type as a subjective structure on forest therapy. It is necessary to grasp the diversity of awareness of forest therapy because the inherent awareness and values of forest therapy by forest therapy instructorss have a significant impact on behavior. Q-methodology was used as the study method, which evaluates in-depth and objectifies the subjectivity of humans by beginning from the subjects standpoint.
The final selection of 34 Q samples was made by compiling Q statements related to forest therapy and considering the contents and subjects. 30 forest therapy instructors are set as P samples and the recognition type is extracted through Q classification.
Classification Q is a compulsory distribution without redundancy, through which priorities are established and values are expressed. After five stages, four types were finally derived. The first type is 'mental stability-oriented forest therapy instructor', the second type is 'ability-oriented forest therapy instructor', the third type is 'program-oriented forest therapy instructor' and the fourth type is 'effect-oriented forest therapy instructor'.
The first type recognizes that forest therapy instructors and subjects' stable psychological state are important conditions for effective implementation of forest therapy. Along with the argument that the psychological state of the dictionary, including the participants' motivation for participation, has a significant impact on forest therapy, the forest therapy program is also focusing on psychological approaches. The second type recognizes that the role of forest therapy instructors is important in forest therapy. As a way to lead effective forest therapy, the focus is on individual competence of forest therapy instructors. The third types said the quality of the program is important. The active process itself is recognized as a key element of forest therapy and is the type that seeks to organize a systematic program. The fourth type focus on the effects of forest therapy. The therapy effect from forest activities are the most important factor in forest therapy. All four types presented had a common view that emphasized communion with nature and recognized the importance of forming relationships with the subject.
Based on this, proposals for effective forest therapy measures based on the characteristics of each type are expected to be presented, which will be used as useful data for improving the quality of forest therapy. Based on this analysis, strategic program planning is also necessary, considering the characteristics of subjects that correspond to each type. Forest therapy can be further strengthened through application by type agreed upon by forest therapy instructors and subject.