Aromatic Serenity: How Lavender Eases Stress and Anxiety - A Literature Review

In today's fast-paced society, rising stress levels necessitate effective management strategies. While pharmacological treatments are common, their side effects have spurred interest in alternative therapies, particularly those rooted in natural remedies. Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia), long...

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Published in:Quality in Sport 2024-11, Vol.33, p.55778
Main Authors: Karoń, Karolina, Karoń, Łukasz, Zygmunt, Anna, Grabowski, Wojciech, Pedrycz, Emilia, Drapała, Grzegorz, Pedrycz, Daria
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Anxiety and Depression Relief
Lavender Aromatherapy
Mental Health
Non-Pharmacological Interventions
Stress Management
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Summary:In today's fast-paced society, rising stress levels necessitate effective management strategies. While pharmacological treatments are common, their side effects have spurred interest in alternative therapies, particularly those rooted in natural remedies. Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia), long esteemed for its calming properties, has emerged as a promising non-pharmacological option. Historical use in herbal medicine for anxiety and stress-related disorders has inspired modern scientific research to explore its potential. This review synthesizes recent studies on lavender essential oil, examining its mechanisms—such as neurotransmitter modulation—and its effectiveness in diverse settings, from reducing stress among healthcare professionals to improving sleep quality. Despite promising results, limitations like small sample sizes and variability in application methods highlight the need for more rigorous research to establish lavender's efficacy and optimize its therapeutic use in stress management and mental health care.
ISSN:2450-3118
2450-3118
DOI:10.12775/QS.2024.33.55778