Psychophysiological Responses of the Elderly to Audio-Visual Landscape on Forest Trails: A Case Study of the Hufu Forest Trail

Lisa  Zheng; Lin Ji; Tong  Zhu

doi:10.54691/3jy0gp04

Authors

Lisa Zheng
Lin Ji
Tong Zhu

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54691/3jy0gp04

Keywords:

Forest health; The elderly; Audio-visual landscape; Trail design.

Abstract

This study investigates the impact of audiovisual landscapes on elderly users' physiological and psychological well-being along Suzhou's Hufu Forest Health Trail. Experimental measurements bloodpressure, SpO2, heartrate, POMS revealed that natural visual elements effectively reduce heart rate and blood pressure, while auditory stimuli e.g., birdsong, flowingwater induce emotional stability and positive fluctuations. Proximity to nature alleviates fatigue and enhances diverse emotional experiences. Findings suggest future trail designs should prioritize elderly-centric audiovisual diversity using local resources, with further exploration needed on materials and lighting. Practical evaluations integrating user feedback and physiological data are recommended to scientifically optimize health trail efficacy for aging populations. Generated by AI for reference.

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