Effect of nature walks on depression and anxiety: a systematic review

Y Kotera, M Lyons, KC Vione, B Norton - Sustainability, 2021 - mdpi.com
The benefits of nature for our health have been an increasing research focus in recent years.
In the context of a global increase in mental health diagnoses, the potential health benefits …

A systematic review and meta-analysis of nature walk as an intervention for anxiety and depression

S Grassini - Journal of clinical medicine, 2022 - mdpi.com
Scientific research has widely examined the therapeutic and health benefits of being in
contact with natural environments. Nature walk have been proposed as a cost-effective and …

Three good things in nature: a nature-based positive psychological intervention to improve mood and well-being for depression and anxiety

R Keenan, R Lumber, M Richardson… - Journal of Public Mental …, 2021 - emerald.com
Purpose Visiting and connecting with nature through psychological interventions improves
well-being within the general population. However, few such interventions have been …

The effects of forest bathing on psychological well‐being: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

CJR Siah, YS Goh, J Lee, SN Poon… - … journal of mental …, 2023 - Wiley Online Library
Abstract Globally, around half (55%) of the population live in fast‐paced urban settings
where many people find it challenging to manage their stress and respond to crises with a …

Examining group walks in nature and multiple aspects of well-being: A large-scale study

MR Marselle, KN Irvine, SL Warber - Ecopsychology, 2014 - liebertpub.com
Purpose: Outdoor walking groups can facilitate interaction with nature, social interaction,
and physical activity, yet little is known about their efficacy in promoting mental, emotional …

Characterizing nature and participant experience in studies of nature exposure for positive mental health: An integrative review

MR Barnes, ML Donahue, BL Keeler… - Frontiers in …, 2019 - frontiersin.org
A growing number of studies demonstrate significant associations between nature
experiences and positive mental health outcomes (eg, improved mood, decreased stress) …

Mental health benefits of nature-based recreation: a systematic review

NQ Lackey, DA Tysor, GD McNay, L Joyner… - Annals of Leisure …, 2021 - Taylor & Francis
The demand for mental health services around the world has risen dramatically. Many
researchers and practitioners are looking for alternative mental health treatments, including …

Interacting with nature improves cognition and affect for individuals with depression

MG Berman, E Kross, KM Krpan, MK Askren… - Journal of affective …, 2012 - Elsevier
BACKGROUND: This study aimed to explore whether walking in nature may be beneficial
for individuals with major depressive disorder (MDD). Healthy adults demonstrate significant …

[HTML][HTML] Nature-based outdoor activities for mental and physical health: Systematic review and meta-analysis

PA Coventry, JVE Brown, J Pervin, S Brabyn… - SSM-population …, 2021 - Elsevier
Mental health problems are associated with lower quality of life, increased unscheduled
care, high economic and social cost, and increased mortality. Nature-based interventions …

Growing resilience through interaction with nature: Can group walks in nature buffer the effects of stressful life events on mental health?

MR Marselle, SL Warber, KN Irvine - International Journal of …, 2019 - mdpi.com
Nature-based activities have been used as therapeutic interventions for those experiencing
stress and mental ill health. This study investigates whether group walks could be a nature …