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The Effects of Labyrinth Walking in an Academic Library |
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| Authors: | Donna M Zucker Jeungok Choi Matthew N Cook Janet Brennan Croft |
| Institution: | 1. College of Nursing, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst, MA, USAdonna@acad.umass.edu;3. College of Nursing, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst, MA, USA;4. Emerging Technologies Librarian, University of Oklahoma Libraries, Norman, OK, USA;5. Head of Access and Delivery Services, Rutgers University Libraries, New Brunswick, NJ, USA |
| Abstract: | ABSTRACTThe purpose of this study was to determine if labyrinth walking in an academic library would reduce library user stress and promote relaxation. A non- equivalent control group design was employed. Systolic blood pressure was significant for time effect (effect size of.136, and power.721). Pulse rate was significant for time effect (effect size 0.93, and power.507). Satisfaction survey results demonstrated increased satisfaction after labyrinth walking. Data from this pilot will form the basis of a larger scale study to determine the effect of labyrinth walking on stress particularly in high-stress learning environments. |
| Keywords: | academic libraries stress labyrinth walking blood pressure relaxation learning environment |