Mediation analysis of leisure, perceived stress, and quality of life in informal caregivers

Citation: Bedini, L, Gladwell, N., Dudley, W., & Clancy, E. (2011). Mediation analysis of leisure, perceived stress, and quality of life in informal caregivers. Journal of Leisure Research, 43(2), 153-175. Link to publisher’s article.

Participation in outdoor recreation program predicts improved psychosocial well-being among veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder: A pilot study

Citation: Vella, E., Milligan, B., & Bennett, J. (2013). Participation in outdoor recreation program predicts improved psychosocial well-being among veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder: A pilot study. Military Medicine, 178(3), 254-260. Link to publisher’s article.

The effectiveness of prescribed recreation activity in decreasing biochemical stress and improving mood in alcoholic patients

Citation: Russoniello, C. (2008). The effectiveness of prescribed recreation activity in decreasing biochemical stress and improving mood in alcoholic patients. American Journal of Recreation Therapy, 7(3), 23-33. Link to publisher’s article.

The spiritual benefits of leisure

Citation: Heintzman, P. (2009). The spiritual benefits of leisure. Leisure/Loisir, 33(1), 419-445. Link to publisher’s article.

The influence of mindfulness-based stress reduction and walking on the psychological well-being of female informal caregivers: A pilot study.

Citation: Van Puymbroeck, M. & Hsieh, P. (2010). The influence of mindfulness-based stress reduction and walking on the psychological well-being of female informal caregivers: A pilot study. American Journal of Recreation Therapy, 9(1), 15-25. Link to publisher’s article.

Leisure education reduces stress among older adults

Citation: Chang, L. (2014). Leisure education reduces stress among older adults. Aging and Mental Health, 18(6), 754-758. Link to publisher’s article.