Publications by authors named "Choyun Kim"
Article Synopsis
- - The study examined how different exterior designs of erosion control dams (ECDs) affect the physiological (heart rate) and psychological (mood) responses of 34 university students who viewed images of the dams.
- - While heart rates showed no significant difference between different ECD types, viewing the wood-attached ECD resulted in lower heart rates and a more positive mood, with increased vigor and decreased mood disturbances.
- - Overall, participants felt more positively about the ECDs, with no major negative perceptions noted, highlighting the need to prioritize stability in erosion control over aesthetic concerns.
The Effects of Prolonged Indoor Inhalation of Nature-Derived Odors on Menopausal Women.
Healthcare (Basel)
August 2024
This study aimed to investigate the effects of prolonged inhalation of nature-derived odors indoors on humans. Twenty-six women participated in this study. Heart rate variability, heart rate, blood pressure, pulse rate, estradiol, testosterone, and cortisol were used as indicators of autonomic nervous system and endocrine system activities.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThis study aimed to investigate the effect of short-term inhalation of fir essential oil on autonomic nervous activity in middle-aged women. Twenty-six women (mean age, 51.0 ± 2.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPhysiological and Psychological Relaxation Effects of Fir Essential Oil on University Students.
Int J Environ Res Public Health
April 2022
Numerous studies have reported a significant increase in stress experienced by students owing to the COVID-19 pandemic. Recently, interest in stress management using nature-derived substances has increased. However, studies examining the effects of olfactory stimulation by fir are lacking.
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