Divya, Chavaly and Naachimuthu, K P (2020) Human nature connection and mental health: What do we know so far? Indian Journal of Health and Well-being, 11 (1-3). pp. 84-92. ISSN 2321-3698

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Abstract

The rapid deterioration of both the natural environment and mental health calls attention to investigate the link
between their parallel decline. Anticipating the need for an analysis of the same, the present paper attempts to summarise the literature covering human-nature connection and its implications for mental health in terms of
research, therapy and intervention. The papers reviewed are organised under three sections. The first section
delineates the effects of nature exposure on health and conceptualises the various nature-based therapies and
techniques in literature. The second section includes the literature on Nature Deficit Disorder-a term, given by
Richard Louv, referring to the collective consequences of disconnect with nature among today's children. Finally,
the third section includes evidences that support rebuilding the connection through outdoor education and the
importance of turning to indigenous ways of teaching for a better impact.

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Subjects: B Information Technology > BF Software Emgineeting
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Date Deposited: 06 Dec 2021 11:06
Last Modified: 06 Dec 2021 11:06
URI: http://ir.psgcas.ac.in/id/eprint/113

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