Protect wildlife to promote better mental health. By Dr. Andrea MechelliProfessor of Early Intervention in Mental Health King’s College London Introduction By the time you have finished reading this article, at least one species on our…
Whether it’s microbes in the dirt or fresh air—or both—researchers do know this: Gardening is strong medicine. By Dr. Daphne MillerFamily physician, science writer, and clinical Professor Gardening is my…
A father copes with the loss of his daughter by giving back to nature, as she had wanted. By Andrew KennesonProject Manager April 5, 2022 I got my first glimpse of…
Whether religious or not, most of us hope that our death will be a fitting testament to the moral and spiritual beliefs that guide our lives. Reflecting widespread environmental concerns,…
Could community gardening emerge as an effective method for addressing climate anxiety? By Dr. Jose YongAssistant Professor of PsychologyNorthumbria University, Newcastle Every day, we are bombarded with messages about a world in crisis. Alongside the…
By Natasha Deganello GiraudieFilmmaker and a teacher of nature practice Introduction The sky was a classic California cloudless blue. The light, February soft. The sea breeze, easy, fragrant, and chilly.…
Research suggests that those struggling with negative feelings about their bodies should spend more time in the great outdoors. By Dr. Viren SwamiProfessor of Social PsychologyAnglia Ruskin University Nature is good for us –…
Nature has long been framed as a cure for human ailments. When Jessica J Lee began swimming and walking on Hampstead Heath, she wondered how it might help her recover…
Science is showing how immersion in nature speeds healing and acts as an antidote for many ailments. By Andrés R. EdwardsEducator, award-winning author, and media designer During one of the most…
We are in what seems to be a time of unprecedented stress, which has produced a crisis in our psychological health and wellbeing. In response, we are encouraged to fix…
