Numerous studies have highlighted the physical and mental health benefits of contact with
nature, typically in landscapes characterized by plants (ie,“greenspace”) and water …

Research on the healthy and restorative effects of green space has been rapidly expanding
over the past decades, and the field is fast moving toward maturity (van den Berg and van …

Scholars spanning a variety of disciplines have studied the ways in which contact with
natural environments may impact human well‐being. We review the effects of such nature …

Nature within cities will have a central role in helping address key global public health
challenges associated with urbanization. However, there is almost no guidance on how …

Green space matters for mental health but is under constant pressure in an increasingly
urbanising world. Often there is little space available in cities for green areas, so it is vital to …

There is growing evidence to suggest that exposure to natural environments can be
associated with mental health benefits. Proximity to greenspace has been associated with …

A growing number of studies demonstrate significant associations between nature
experiences and positive mental health outcomes (eg, improved mood, decreased stress) …

Concern about humanity's detachment from nature has spawned a global push to increase
the availability of green spaces within cities. One impetus for this movement is a growing …

Background There is increasing interest in the potential role of the natural environment in
human health and well-being. However, the evidence-base for specific and direct health or …

Three studies examine the effects of exposure to nature on positive affect and ability to
reflect on a life problem. Participants spent 15 min walking in a natural setting (Studies 1, 2 …