Uzi Ben-Ami, PhD, a psychologist practicing in Rockville, Maryland, specializes in a variety of areas, from child psychology and family therapy to cognitive behavior therapy and neuro-linguistic programming. When enjoying his free time, Uzi Ben-Ami, PhD, enjoys photography and flower arranging, the latter having surprising links to psychology and emotional health.

Recently, Rutgers University conducted a study investigating the link between flowers and general satisfaction. The immediate results of this study showed that flowers have a positive impact on happiness, lowering anxiety and stress for up to three days after initially receiving flowers. They also create stronger connections and enhance relationships between family and friends. 

Haviland-Jones, a researcher working on the study, proposed various explanations for these positive results, citing the possibility of an evolutionary response to foraging success, or the idea that flowers evolved as to enhance human moods. 

The color of flowers also has symbolism, with red evoking feelings of love and desire, and yellow reflecting happiness and warmth.